Healthier Together: A New Digital Guide for Families in South East London

Healthier Together is now live for south east London, marking an important step in improving access to reliable health information for families, young people, and professionals. The website provides straightforward guidance on common childhood illnesses, self‑care advice, and clear signposting to local NHS services. By entering a south east London postcode, residents can access information tailored to their area, ensuring they receive relevant and timely support. 

Originally developed by NHS teams in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, the platform has earned national recognition, including the HSJ Award for “Reducing Health Inequalities through Digital” in 2024. Its expansion into south east London means families in Greenwich now have a trusted, easy‑to‑navigate resource at their fingertips. 

For clinicians, the site offers referral pathways, communication tools, and consistent safety‑netting advice that can be shared during appointments or sent via email or text. For families, the accessible language and built‑in translation tool help remove barriers to understanding, empowering them to manage minor illnesses at home and recognise when professional help is needed. 

For Greenwich residents, this resource strengthens local efforts to reduce unnecessary hospital visits, improve health confidence, and ensure every family knows where to turn for support. 

You can explore the site at www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk and enter your postcode for local guidance. 

Feedback or suggestions can be shared with the team at healthiertogether@selondonics.nhs.uk.