1. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  2. Do you need help getting to hospital?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  3. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

    Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  4. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

    Advice and Information -

    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  5. COVID-19 information

    Advice and Information -

    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  6. How to get an NHS dentist appointment in Royal Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Find more information about how to find a dentist near you.

  7. Update on Circle MSK Services During the Coronavirus Pandemic

    Advice and Information -

    Please see the following information from Circle MSK:

  8. Video consulting with your NHS

    Advice and Information -

    The NHS have provided a patient guide to using video consultations

  9. The NHS COVID-19 app is now available to download for free in England and Wales

    Advice and Information -

    On Thursday 24 September, the NHS COVID-19 app officially launched across England and Wales. The NHS COVID-19 App is the simplest way to help protect those we love from coronavirus.

  10. How can I find out my NHS Number?

    Advice and Information -

    You may be asked for your NHS number for some healthcare services, such as registering with a new GP or booking vaccination appointments.

  11. Safer sleep advice for parents

    Advice and Information -

    A useful guide for parents about the safe sleeping of their baby

  12. Registering with a GP if you are experiencing homelessness

    Advice and Information -

    Information about the COVID-19 vaccine and GP registration for people experiencing homelessness

  13. Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?

    Advice and Information -

    The pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Here are some ways to help you look after your wellbeing.

  14. Advice on vaccinations for pregnant women

    Advice and Information -

    Advice by Public Health England for all women of childbearing age, those currently pregnant or breastfeeding.

  15. Support if you’ve lost someone during the coronavirus pandemic

    Advice and Information -

    Most people experience grief when they lose someone important to them. It affects everyone differently. There's no right or wrong way to feel.

  16. Getting your second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what happens after you have received your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

  17. Video consulting with your NHS: A quick guide for patients

    Advice and Information -

    This quick guide for patients outlines what patients need for their video consultation and how to prepare for their appointment.

  18. Advice for travelling abroad during the Coronavirus pandemic

    Advice and Information -

    From 17th May, people in England will be able to travel abroad to a small number of countries without having to quarantine when they return.

  19. Is the NHS sharing your data? What you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    A number of national media reports and social media posts are claiming that your personal health data will be shared if you don't opt out now. This sounds alarming, but is not entirely true.

  20. Do you need an NHS COVID Pass in England?

    Advice and Information -

    An NHS COVID Pass shows your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination details or test results. This is your COVID-19 status.

  21. Mental health support for LGBT+ people in Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Young people from south east London’s LGBT+ community have experienced an array of mental health problems resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.

  22. What COVID-19 vaccine can you have?

    Advice and Information -

    It can be confusing knowing the different types of vaccines and which one is best for you. Our advice is based on NHS recommendations.

  23. How to use the NHS App and what you can do with it

    Advice and Information -

    Owned and run by the NHS, the NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet.

  24. Why Black, Asian and minority ethnic organ donors are needed

    Advice and Information -

    We need to increase the number of donors for organ donation who come from Black Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

  25. Why we need more Black African and Black Caribbean blood donors

    Advice and Information -

    Increasing the number of black people who donate blood is an urgent priority for NHS Blood and Transplant.

  26. Diabetes care in Royal Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Diabetes is one of the most common diseases affecting all age groups. Find out what support is available to people at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

  27. Queen Elizabeth A&E is extremely busy

    Advice and Information -

    Patients may experience a longer wait than usual for the Emergency Departments (A&Es) at Queen Elizabeth Hospital and University Hospital Lewisham.

  28. Easy read information about the bowel cancer screening programme

    Advice and Information -

    These Easy Read guides tell you more about the cancer screening programme and what to do if you think you have any symptoms.

  29. Holiday activities this summer in Royal Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    There’s no reason to be bored in Greenwich this summer, with a whole host of activities and events to keep young minds fresh

  30. How do NHS electronic repeat prescriptions work?

    Advice and Information -

    Most prescriptions are now signed, sent and processed electronically. Here's what we you need to know.

  31. Support to help you quit smoking in Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Research shows you are 3 times more likely to quit and stay quit with support. Quit your way today.

  32. A guide to child protection for Roma parents

    Advice and Information -

    Knowing and understanding more will help you feel less scared about what is happening.

  33. Translated health information for patients by Doctors of the World

    Advice and Information -

    Multi-language resources addressing common questions including how to register with a GP, COVID 19 and the vaccine as well as keeping young people healthy.

  34. COVID-19 vaccinations and booster jabs for people without an NHS number

    Advice and Information -

    Worried that you won't be able to get your COVID-19 booster jab without an NHS number? Here's what you need to know.

  35. Sexual health services in Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Looking for information on STIs, contraception, HIV or other sexual heath advice? There are local services in Greenwich that can help.

  36. Keeping well this winter

    Advice and Information -

    There are extra services and support for residents who may be at risk during the cold weather. Find out what support you can get in Greenwich, and tips on staying warm during winter

  37. How to contact 999 in BSL

    Advice and Information -

    Find out more about support, advice and information for the deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing community

  38. What is domestic abuse and how to get support in Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Find out where you can go for advice and help if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse in Greenwich.

  39. Accessible communication - what you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    Healthwatch across the country are launching a campaign to make sure you always get your care, your way. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services:

  40. How to get free childrens' meals during school holidays

    Advice and Information -

    The local council are offering free school meals to school children during school breaks.

  41. Where to go for Autism support in Greenwich

    Advice and Information -

    Find out which Royal Greenwich organisations provide advice, information and support to anyone caring for or living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

  42. What do the new government guidelines mean for COVID-19 testing?

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  43. Ramadan and Diabetes: Information and advice

    Advice and Information -

    Watch a webinar from Diabetes UK which includes a spiritual perspective, advice from a healthcare professional and the lived experience of two people, one of who fasts and one who doesn’t fast.

  44. NHS England - Easy Read Newsletter - Issue 15

    Advice and Information -

    This issue is about encouraging you to use primary care services and not being scared because of coronavirus.

  45. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  46. What is Monkeypox? What are the symptoms?

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    Find out more about Monkeypox.