Mark Norman

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Mark Norman

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Trust staff will help train students at the university's high-tech simulation suites (stock photo)BBC South East Health Correspondent A new training academy has been launched to help prepare the next generation of healthcare workers in Kent. Canterbury Christ Church University and Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) joined forces to create the Health and Wellbeing Academy.

6 days ago | bbc.com | Mark Norman

Thousands of Covid jabs available for vulnerableMark NormanBBC South East Health CorrespondentPeter Byrne/PA WireOver half a million people in the South East have received their covid vaccination this springThousands of appointments for Covid-19 vaccinations are still available at pharmacies, GP practices and pop up clinics across the South East. Over half a million people in the region have received their jab as part of the NHS spring vaccination campaign.

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Mark Norman

Thousands of appointments for Covid-19 vaccinations are still available at pharmacies, GP practices and pop up clinics across the South East. Over half a million people in the region have received their jab as part of the NHS spring vaccination campaign. NHS Sussex said the vaccination provided vital protection against different strains of the Covid-19 virus and helped to reduce the risk of serious illness and hospitalisation.

6 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Mark Norman

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Those over 16-years old attending A&E at Medway Maritime Hospital will be tested for HIV and hepatitis B and C unless they opt outBBC South East Health Correspondent Patients attending Medway Maritime Hospital's A&E will now be routinely tested for HIV and hepatitis unless they opt out. The trust is one of about 50 across the country joining the scheme and will involve testing for HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C.

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Mark Norman

Image caption, The longest wait for a child to have a tooth extracted is 143 weeks, or nearly two years and nine monthsBBC South East Health Correspondent Children in Kent and Medway are waiting nearly three years to have their teeth removed under general anaesthetic in hospital. About 200 children - many with autism or learning disabilities - are waiting for dental extractions. The longest wait according to NHS records is 143 weeks, or nearly two years and nine months.