1. Access to services remains the key health and social care issue for south east London residents

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    More needs to be done to improve access to NHS services in south east London, according to hundreds of people who took part in the region-wide survey.

  2. An update from Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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    An important update regarding the services available at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust during lockdown.

  3. Briset Corner Surgery is Closing

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    Briset Corner Surgery, 591 Westhorne Avenue, SE9 6JX will be closing on the 31st March 2020. Patients will no longer be able to access primary care medical services from the practice after this date.

  4. New NHS online support launched for people with diabetes

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    New online tools for people living with diabetes are now available on the NHS to help people manage their condition during the coronavirus pandemic.

  5. An important message from Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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    Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is running a campaign to let local people know about the measures the Trust is taking to keep patients safe when they come to Queen Elizabeth Hospital, University Hospital Lewisham or community sites.

  6. COVID-19 Second Phase Response: What have NHS services been told?

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    NHS England and NHS Improvement (NHSE&I) have written to NHS services about the second phase of the response to COVID-19.

  7. Healthwatch responds to Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust’s Care Quality Commission inspection rating of ‘Requires Improvement.’

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    Despite significant improvement in some areas, Lewisham and Greenwich Trust has received ‘requires improvement’ in their latest assessment from the Care Quality Commission (CQC.).

  8. What We’re Doing to Help

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    In the light of the current national emergency we are changing how we work, and what we do.

  9. Mobile cancer service launched in Greenwich

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    Cancer patients at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust can now get essential blood tests and other procedures needed before chemotherapy, from a mobile cancer service.

  10. Get Ready For September summer programme!

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    This programme, organised by Abena Oppong-Asare MP for Erith and Thamesmead, will provide an opportunity for students to discuss educational, career and social issues.

  11. The Census is coming to Royal Greenwich

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    The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales.

  12. More face-to-face GP appointments to be offered to those who need it in Royal Greenwich

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    NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

  13. Health Inequalities event summary

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    Recording, presentations and notes from our Health Inequalities event on 25 May 2021

  14. NHS Patients, staff and visitors must continue to wear face coverings in healthcare settings

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    England’s Chief Nurse has today reminded the public that everyone accessing or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules.

  15. Help improve Dermatology services for patients in Greenwich

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    The CCG is working with patients to improve the experience of Dermatology services across Greenwich, Bexley and Lewisham. 

  16. Do you have diabetes? Are you interested in helping shape services?

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    The NHS are working with local organisations and GPs to help improve services and outcomes for people living with diabetes.

  17. Help improve surgical services in London

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    Have you, or someone you care for, had planned surgery in London within the last 2-3 years? Help improve surgical services for patients.

  18. Chief Executive Officer Designate confirmed for South East London Integrated Care System

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    NHS England has confirmed that Andrew Bland has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer Designate for the NHS South East London Integrated Care Board.

  19. COVID-19: Updated guidance on visiting a care home

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    Find out what you need to know about visiting a care home.

  20. How has lockdown affected people's mental health and dignity?

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    New research highlights the challenges faced by health and social care services in England and the importance of giving feedback to help improve care.

  21. Do you still have to wear a face mask? What are the new COVID-19 rules?

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    The UK Government has announced new updates to COVID restrictions. Find out more about what these restrictions are across the UK and how they are different in London.

  22. February is LGBTQ+ History Month

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    Find out more about LGBTQ+ History Month including a timeline in changes of legislation and which services are available in Greenwich for the LGBTQ+ community

  23. £7.8 million injection to NHS dentistry in London announced

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    A new injection of funding from NHS England aims to increase the number of dentist appointments.

  24. "Cervical screening saves lives" says campaign

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    Learn more about the Help Us Help You campaign.

  25. Come and speak with us in Greenwich libaries

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    Find out where and when we will be in Greenwich so that you can share your experience with health and care services.

  26. NHS easy read newsletter - Issue 14

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    We are pleased to share an easy read newsletter from the NHS.

  27. Check out the new one-stop-shop for vaccination information in South East London

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    Find your nearest walk in, book an appointment and find information you can trust - all in one place.

  28. Your Care, Your Way - Campaign information in alternative formats

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    Everyone should be given healthcare information in the way they need it. Read an overview of our campaign and find out more about Your Care, Your Way in British Sign Language and Easy Read.

  29. How accessible is health information in England?

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    Between September and November 2021, Healthwatch England submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to over 200 National Health Service (NHS) provider trusts to gather details on compliance with the Accessible Information Standard.

  30. Accessible Information: Healthwatch England's recommendations

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    Healthwatch England have set out five headline recommendations to help health and care services ensure that people who have communication needs are given their healthcare information in the way they need it.

  31. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  32. Record NHS waiting times - behind every number is someone's story

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    The latest NHS data shows that a record number of people are waiting for care, although the number of people waiting a year or more has fallen slightly. Read the Healthwatch England response.

  33. Help to improve LGBTI+ experiences in healthcare

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    Learn more about how you can get involved.

  34. Healthwatch England's response to Messenger review of NHS leadership

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    Our national director Louise Ansari responds to General Sir Gordon Messenger and Dame Linda Pollard’s review of health and care leadership.

  35. South East London CCG moves to ICS on 1st July

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    Find out more about the introduction of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs).

  36. Today marks a pivotal moment for the NHS

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    A total of 42 new Integrated Care Systems (ICS) come into force today

  37. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust announce new chair

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    Find out more about the new LGT chair.

  38. Where to get a polio vaccine

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    Find out more about polio and the booster dose now offered to London children.

  39. The NHS needs more black donors

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    Find out why the NHS needs more black donors to give blood.

  40. Have your say on your Greenwich pharmacy

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    Find out more about the new survey launched by Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  41. Contact us using British Sign Language (BSL)

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    Find out how to contact us using a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.

  42. Our CEO reacts to the Government's Plan for Patients

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    The Government announced its 'Plan for Patients', a programme to help the NHS and care system.

  43. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS 'worse than expected' in patient survey

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    Out of 134 NHS Trusts, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are placed in the bottom 5% performers, achieving a 'worse than expected' result.

  44. New funding to speed up hospital discharge

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    The NHS will buy thousands of extra beds in care homes and other settings to help discharge more patients to free up hospital beds. Our national director Louise Ansari responds.