Advice and Information

A new NHS WhatsApp messaging service is now offering round‑the‑clock mental health crisis support to people across South London, providing confidential help in a format many find easier to access.

A new NHS-approved drug is set to extend the lives of women with hard‑to‑treat ovarian cancer, marking the most significant treatment advance in more than two decades.

A major NHS-backed research programme is inviting older adults in south east London with persistent heartburn or acid reflux to take part in a national study aimed at improving treatment and detecting serious illness earlier.

Do you have early stage chronic kidney disease (CKD)? Join an online interactive session about CKD stages 1-3, hosted by Kidney Care UK and the London Kidney Network.

A rise in preventable skin cancers across the UK highlights an urgent need for better awareness, early detection, and safer habits among Greenwich residents.

As the Spring bank holiday (Monday 25th May 2026) approach, be sure to order your repeat prescriptions early and have enough medicine for any existing health conditions. Some pharmacies will open during this holiday. See the operating times for the day.

Testicular cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer, yet early detection remains the critical factor that saves lives.

Stress Awareness Month 2026 urges each of us to recognise the pressures shaping our daily lives and take meaningful steps — however small — to protect our wellbeing and support those around us.

The Women’s and Girls’ Health Hub is here to make it easier for women and girls aged 13 and over in Bexley and Greenwich to access the care they need. You can self‑refer, meaning there’s no need to see your GP first — a quicker, simpler way to reach specialist support.

We’re asking the residents of Lewisham, Greenwich and Bexley to help us help you to stay well. If you or a loved one are feeling unwell, make sure you use the right service – see below for more information.

Healthwatch Greenwich is committed to raising awareness and supporting local families affected by Down’s syndrome. Understanding the condition helps create a more inclusive, informed and compassionate community.

Healthwatch Greenwich welcomes the ongoing engagement work being led across South East London to address inequalities in Black mental health. The Reducing Black Mental Health Inequalities project provides a vital platform for residents to shape services that truly reflect their needs.