News and reports

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is investing £389,000 into the Community Hospice to improve facilities, creating a more comfortable and dignified environment for residents receiving end-of-life care.

A new NHS treatment, semaglutide (Wegovy), will be available this summer for people in Greenwich with cardiovascular disease who are overweight (BMI 27+) and have had a heart attack, stroke, or serious circulation problems. It offers a proven 20% reduction in risk of future heart attacks and strokes when combined with lifestyle changes and existing medications.

The opening of a new Transfer of Care Hub at Queen Elizabeth Hospital marks a significant shift in how patients in Greenwich experience the journey from hospital to home.

Hospital services in Greenwich will face disruption from 7–13 April due to resident doctor strikes, with patients advised to check appointments and use the right services for urgent and non-urgent care.

This Share for Better Care Week, take three minutes to share your experience of health and social care.

Healthier Together has launched in south east London, offering families clear, trusted NHS‑endorsed guidance on childhood health concerns. The platform brings together clinically reviewed advice, local service information, and practical tools to help parents and carers make confident decisions about when and where to seek care.

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.

Residents across southeast London are being invited to help design a new digital version of the Vital 5 Check — a tool that supports people to understand and improve their health. Your insight will help ensure the digital service is accessible, practical and genuinely useful for local communities, including those in Greenwich.

A recent cluster of meningitis B cases in the UK has prompted heightened public health monitoring, after an unusually rapid rise in infections was recorded in parts of Kent. While the overall risk to the wider population remains low, the situation highlights the importance of recognising symptoms early and understanding how to seek appropriate care.

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 South East London initiative aimed at improving how GPs, hospitals and community services work together. Clearer communication and better‑coordinated care are essential to ensuring residents receive the right support at the right time.