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Treating Hay fever

Medicines to treat hay fever and seasonal allergies are readily available to buy from pharmacies and supermarkets.

Job vacancy - Infection Prevention and Control Commissioning Lead @IESCCG @NHSWSCCG https://t.co/JBiCZxsSuB… https://t.co/Z6t4Tv3sF7

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 15:33

RT @ME_Suffolk: "Suffolk has been brilliant....They are taking the lead" Suffolk CCGs @IESCCG & @NHSWSCCG praised on BBC local radio https:…

Thu 17 Aug 2017 15:16

On average people who quit smoking save £250p.m. Be quids-in with your finances and health with @OneLifeSuffolk… https://t.co/V3Wbw97vZ5

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 14:10

Out of office: a guide to taking a holiday from your smartphone https://t.co/HGDgDQKKdV

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 13:40

RT @NEECCG: We're hiring an STP Executive Assistant! https://t.co/gm6TCqmFpb #nhsjobs #essexjobs #suffolkjobs

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 13:34

RT @ColchesterNHSFT: Two trusts: one future. Partnership Outline Business Case SUMMARY https://t.co/81nXXK9TtD - read announcement here: ht…

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 13:34

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 10:00

NHS in Suffolk encouraged as vital role of pharmacy is recognised by the public https://t.co/zAox6kN4Pd #SuffolkNHS… https://t.co/YMGOsr2pJa

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 9:05

RT @IpswichHosp: Find out the latest news about our hospital's partnership with @ColchesterNHSFT https://t.co/ld1xeFx09t

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 8:26

Plan ahead to avoid holiday health issues. Remember to order any repeat prescriptions before you go #staywell… https://t.co/kYbnk5Dcbj

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Thu 17 Aug 2017 7:35

Check out these self help resources to improve your emotional health https://t.co/LrgeuJ3ABl @Wellbeing_Suff… https://t.co/z0ugZdcjtG

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 16:10

RT @LDliaisonIHT: Fantastic first user group. Amazing to meet you all! We have a full agenda for next time. We decided to be called the "L…

Wed 16 Aug 2017 15:04

RT @NSFTtweets: £4m funding success for vital Mother and Baby Unit - https://t.co/ciSeMCDXQi https://t.co/9ZBPXEW6RH

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 15:02

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 14:55

Breast cancer affects around 50,000 women a year. Early detection can make treatment more effective.… https://t.co/HVCnK0IApT

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 12:10

RT @suffolkcarers: We still have space available! #parentcarers #suffolk https://t.co/2MP6y8xE90

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 11:29

From wine to washing-up liquid: Top 13 most ridiculous items once available on NHS prescription https://t.co/CR9xCTLcCw

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 10:43

Minor illness, bump or scrape during your break? It’s quick and easy to get medical advice at the local pharmacy.… https://t.co/0hYET5rXWn

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 9:30

RT @Suffolk_LO: Have you looked at Suffolk's new SEND Strategy 2017-20 now available on our website! #SuffolkSEND https://t.co/nIcasIw2vc

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 9:10

Listen very carefully, I shall say zees only once. Last chance to apply for community engagement officer vacancy.… https://t.co/0KEs0JH1Eb

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Wed 16 Aug 2017 9:05

Issued on behalf of Hawthorn Drive GP Practice

The Hawthorn Drive GP Practice in Ipswich has been removed from special measures by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

The practice is now rated as Good – the same rating as around 80% of GP practices in England.

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East and west Suffolk CCGs among the best in England

The NHS organisations responsible for commissioning health care services in Suffolk have been highly rated for their performance and patient care. In the latest annual national assessments by NHS England for 2016/17, NHS Ipswich and East Suffolk Clinical Commissioning Group (IESCCG) has been rated ‘outstanding’. more>

Extra funding announced for local STP

The Sustainability and Transformation Partnership (STP) for east and west Suffolk and north east Essex has successfully secured additional Government funding worth nearly £3.8m. more>

Attitudes to medicine on prescription have changed

A survey carried out by local health commissioners has revealed that 96% of people are prepared to purchase medicine for minor conditions from the pharmacy, rather than expect to get it on prescription. more>

Exceptional stroke care is being delivered in Suffolk

The radical turnaround of stroke services across east and west Suffolk has been recognised with a national award.
NHS Ipswich and East Suffolk and NHS West Suffolk clinical commissioning groups (the CCGs) scooped the Healthcare Transformation Award for Innovation in Improving Outcomes and Reducing Variation. more>