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Three million Covid-19 vaccinations given in south east London
South east London, home to nearly 2 million people, has reached the milestone of giving its three millionth jab.
Help us to help you this winter in Bromley
Bromley health and care staff are urging residents to take good care of themselves this winter and seek medical help early when they need it
Learning Disability Big Health Week 2021
People in south east London with learning disabilities will be able to take part in another online week-long ‘Big Health Week’ from Monday 6 December to Friday 10 December
‘I want to get my vaccine, but I’m scared of needles’ – top tips for overcoming your fear of needles
Do you have a fear of needles? You’re not alone. Read our four top tips for overcoming your fear of needles to get vaccinated.
Where to get your Covid jab south east London this half-term if you are 12-15
Head to selondonccg.nhs.uk/12-15covidvaccine to view the full list of walk-in clinics for 12-15s. And if you are over 16 and still haven’t been jabbed? Full details of all pop-up vaccine venues for over-16s can be found on the NHS South East London website or at nhsselvax.com.
Health and Social Care Secretary visits Mosaic Clubhouse in Lambeth
Health and Social Care Secretary, Sajid Javid visited Mosaic Clubhouse in Lambeth to launch of the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID), which will focus on the prevention of health conditions before they develop, help people live longer, healthier and happier lives.
New South East London Integrated Medicines Optimisation Committee (SEL IMOC) website
The new South East London Integrated Medicines Optimisation Committee (SEL IMOC) website is now up and running at www.selondonccg.nhs.uk/selimoc
Praise for Lewisham’s support of homeless during pandemic
Lewisham has been praised for its coordinated action helping homeless people through the pandemic.
Blood tests – latest update for south east London patients
Blood testing in primary and community care, in line with best practice guidance, will now resume. Clinicians in south east London will continue to manage supply carefully to ensure that tests are available for patients most in need.
Bromley wins top accolade for health and care in national awards
omley was announced winner of the ‘Health and Care Integration Award’ at the finals of the prestigious MJ Achievement Awards on Friday 17 September 2021
NHS South East London ICS nominated for three national NHS communications awards
Ahead of the annual NHS Communicate 2021 Awards this evening (Thursday 16 September), we are delighted to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for three awards.
Pop-up Covid clinic at Kent Cricket Ground – Thursday 16 September
Kent Cricket is joining forces with south east London NHS services to offer the COVID vaccination on Thursday 16 September at The County Ground, Beckenham, Bromley
Know Your Numbers! 2021
Know Your Numbers! Week is the UK’s biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event
Blood tests – update from NHS England
A supplier to the NHS has advised us of a global shortage of some equipment used for taking blood tests. Anyone who needs a test for urgent health problems will still get one.
Support for young people in the summer
Even though many young people in south east London are experiencing the school and college holidays, mental health support is still available for them during the summer months
Hidden hero recognised in Bromley
A Bromley GP has been recognised as a ‘hidden hero’ for his innovative work which is making a real difference to local primary care services
Erith Health Centre major refurbishments to begin
Major internal refurbishments are due to begin at Erith Health Centre, Pier Road in August 2021
Infection prevention control guidelines to remain in place
While COVID restrictions will end in many settings in England from 19 July, everyone visiting most NHS services must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules, unless they are unable to do so for medical reasons.