Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Community health services for children and adults in Hertfordshire, West Essex and East of England. Tweets monitored Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

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Has your child missed their school vaccination? Don't worry, it's not too late to catch-up!
Our team will be offering catch-up vaccinations and advice at Southend Civic Centre on Saturday (20 June), 10.30-3.30pm.
Walk-ins only – No appointment needed. Call 0300 555 5055 option 6.

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Do you care for a child or young person with a physical disability?

Our free workshop on 29 July for parents, guardians & family carers offers practical advice and helpful tips on how to move your child safely while also looking after yourself.
Book here: https://t.co/alQ84iRBIe

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Has your child missed their school vaccination? 

Our East of England Community and School-Aged Immunisation Service will be offering catch-up vaccinations at Hemel Fire Station's Open Day next Saturday (20 June).

Call for more information: 0300 555 5055 option 7

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We're delighted our Dental Nurse-Led Anxious Child Pathway has been shortlisted for a HSJ Patient Safety Award 2026!

Fantastic recognition of for the team & the positive difference they make.

Read more: https://t.co/Sv4aApbdwn

#HSJPatientSafety #PatientSafety #ChildHealth

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Thanks to the Purple All Stars for joining our Special Care Dental Service at North Herts College in Stevenage to help promote #NationalSmileMonth.

Our team, who were also at @HertRegCollege last month, gave info & advice to students about how to maintain good oral health.

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ICYMI You can still watch our lovely nurses in action alongside TV star, Natalie Cassidy, in the new BBC series - Natalie Cassidy: Caring Together.
Natalie joined the Children's Community Nursing team for a day work-shadowing.
📺 Watch here: https://t.co/53bVVgB08m

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Measles cases have been confirmed in the Watford area. The #MMR vaccine protects against Measles, Mumps & Rubella.

Visit our catch-up clinics at Peace Children’s Centre tomorrow (9-3pm) or Tuesday (11am-5pm) to check you’re fully protected.

No booking required - just walk-in.

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Our Health visitors loved the Family Fun & Information events in Watford and Stevenage last week. 

DYK @hertscc is developing new Best Start Family Hubs by building on the strengths of the existing family centres in Watford & Stevenage.

Find out more: https://t.co/aWzVRdaY3l

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Every year, too many children are seriously injured in accidents.

For #ChildSafetyWeek, we are supporting @CAPTcharity to help families make simple changes and make prevention possible.

Download the CAPT Parent’s Pack for facts and safety tips: https://t.co/3wTGryv1Ba

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We'd like to say Eid Mubarak to all of our colleagues and those in our communities who are celebrating Eid al-Adha today. May you have a safe and blessed celebration.

#EidAlAdha

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📢 School vaccination catch-up clinic today cancelled

The scheduled catch-up clinic from our East of England CSAIS Service that was due to take place today in Fairlands Valley Park, Stevenage, has unfortunately been cancelled.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

[Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust @HCTNHS]

Has your child missed their school vaccination? We're running catch-up clinics:
📌Wednesday 27 May, Fairlands Valley Park, Stevenage
📌Thursday 28 May, Harlequin Shopping Centre, Watford
📌 Friday 29 May, Aberford Park, Borehamwood
To book or for more call 0300 555 5055 option 7.

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A big thank you to all our staff working hard during the bank holiday weekend. Your dedication to care is recognised and appreciated.

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Has your child missed a vaccination? Or are you + 75 & missed a vaccine?
Come along to our vaccination clinic next week:
📆28 May 2026
🕰️10am-3pm 
📌Harlequin Shopping Centre, Watford (Upper mall outside the Chinese medicine shop by Zara)
 Walk-ins only - no appointment needed!

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Great article in @thenhenews from our Head of Digital Programmes Julie McCall exploring the challenges & opportunities of embedding Ambient Voice Technology into everyday clinical practice.

The team was a Digital Team of the Year finalist at last night's #HSJDigitalAwards2026.🙌

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15-20 minutes saved per clinic session. Faster clinic letters. Reduced admin burden.

@HCTNHS is scaling AI scribing technology across community and mental health services, with more than 14,000 consultations already recorded.

👉 https://t.co/LLWGknKBF4

#AI #NHS #DigitalHealth #HealthTech

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Has your child missed their school vaccination? We're running catch-up clinics on:
📌Wednesday 27 May, Fairlands Valley Park, Stevenage
📌 Friday 29 May, Aberford Park, Borehamwood
Booked appointments 9am-1pm. Walk-ins 1pm-3pm
To book or for more call 0300 555 5055 option 7.

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UPDATE: The phone lines and internet are now working. Thank you for your patience while this was getting sorted.

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The internet & phonelines are currently not working at Danesbury House & Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital in Welwyn. 
For now, please contact:
Danesbury neurological centre inpatient unit ➡️ call 07880059133
QVM intermediate care inpatient unit ➡️ call 07824106472.

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Are you ready for the long May bank holiday weekend? 💊

Check your medication in advance and collect your repeat prescription to ensure you don't run out.

Some pharmacies may have reduced opening hours. Find an open pharmacy near you: https://t.co/hqIU1CBBZV

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The internet & phonelines are currently not working at Danesbury House & Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital in Welwyn. 
For now, please contact:
Danesbury neurological centre inpatient unit ➡️ call 07880059133
QVM intermediate care inpatient unit ➡️ call 07824106472.

[Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust @HCTNHS]

Community Nurse, Anneliese Skinner has raised +£2000 for MIND running the London Marathon. 👏

Anneliese said: "As a nurse, I see first-hand the impact mental health has on individuals & families, which made running for Mind even more meaningful."💙

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek