February 25: What's new?

Southend-on-Sea City Council sent this bulletin at 06-02-2025 02:26 PM GMT

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Council encourages residents to take control of their health with free HIV tests

Southend-on-Sea City Council is encouraging residents to take advantage of free and confidential HIV testing as part of National HIV Testing Week (10 to 16 February).

The initiative aims to reach those most at risk of HIV and spread the message that everyone should be aware of their HIV status. Early detection can lead to effective treatment and a healthy life.

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Council promotes cervical health during cervical cancer awareness month

Southend-on-Sea City Council's Public Health Team is urging young people aged 12 to 25 to get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination to protect against cervical cancer.

Each year, more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK. This type of cancer can affect people at any age.

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Red rose petals in the shape of the female reproductive system on a pastel pink background.

Children's Mental Health Week

Children's Mental Health Week is a mental health awareness week that launched by children's mental health charity, Place2Be. The week exists to empower, equip and give a voice to all children and young people in the UK.

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Half-term Health4Life Programme

11 to 13 year olds are invited to a free 2 day Health4Life programme - a fun, inclusive, and engaging way to explore what it means to lead a healthy lifestyle!

City Day Gardening Event

Would you like to be part of Southend-on-Sea's City Day celebrations?

Would you like to help rejuvenate the Wellbeing Garden next to Southend Central Museum for all of our community to enjoy?

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