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What is Livewell Southend?
This is Southend's health and wellbeing website. You can find information and advice on how to stay well, as well as links and contact details for people who can help. You can also find:
- community groups
- details of organisations who can support children or adults with various health and wellbeing issues
- services that can provide support for children and adults
- information, advice and guidance on local services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
You can also sign up for for the monthly Livewell newsletter which summarises key news and events.
Latest news
Changes to blood pressure monitoring at pharmacies
From 3 September 2026, community pharmacies across England will no longer be able to provide NHS-funded blood pressure checks for some patients.
Shining a light on suicide prevention
Join us for 'Creating Hope Through Light' across Essex, 7 to 11 September.
Supporting vaccination for children and young people with SEND
New leaflets have been produced by the Government to provide guidance for parents and schools to support school aged vaccinations for children and young people with SEND.

NHS Health Checks
The NHS Check is like a MOT for people.
Once every five years, it measures your circulatory and vascular health. It looks for factors that could mean you are at higher risk of: diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, stroke,dementia.

Find Your Local Pharmacy or GP
Visit the NHS website to looks for services available near you, such as vaccinations, mental health services and prescriptions.

Every Mind Matters
Giving you you simple and practical advice to get a healthier mind and get more out of life.
From how to deal with stress and anxiety, to boosting your mood or sleeping better.