“Black History Month is not just a celebration—it’s a declaration. A call to honour our heritage, own our brilliance, and lead with unapologetic purpose.” This Black History Month, NHS London leaders reflect on the importance of diverse representation within leadership teams, and the powerful influence this has on healthcare services across the capital. Karla Parker […]
This half term, parents across London are urged to get their child vaccinated against flu ahead of winter. The NHS in London rolled out vaccinations for children and pregnant women at the start of September to kick-start their protection and help ease the strain on the capital’s health services over the busy winter period. Last […]
“Don’t dilute your brilliance or contort yourself to fit expectations. Your perspective, your lived experience, your voice – they are your power.” This Black History Month, senior NHS London executives reflect on the importance of diverse representation within leadership teams, and the powerful influence this has on healthcare services across the capital. When Agatha Nortley-Meshe, […]
“When you can see people who look like you succeeding, it opens a world of possibilities.” This Black History Month, senior NHS London executives reflect on the importance of diverse representation within leadership teams, and the powerful influence this has on healthcare services across the capital. Karen Bonner, Chief Nurse for the NHS in London, […]
Londoners who have experienced major traumatic events now have access to new mental health resources, following a £4 million investment in the capital’s major trauma centres this year. The new online resource provides practical guidance on coping with traumatic incidents, supporting children and loved ones, identifying mental health difficulties, and accessing free NHS treatments. Launched […]
“Representation matters: your presence at the table changes the conversation, shapes better decisions, and inspires others to follow.” This Black History Month, senior NHS London executives reflect on the importance of diverse representation within leadership teams, and the powerful influence this has on healthcare services across the capital. Professor Kevin Fenton is the Director of […]
NHS services across the capital are shifting healthcare from hospitals into communities, helping hospitals deliver the best, personalised care for those who need it most. Based in the heart of communities, London’s neighbourhood health services offer convenient NHS treatment that is close to home and often available on the day. Dame Caroline Clarke, Regional Director […]
London’s health services are now treating patients earlier before their health problems get worse – helping to reduce NHS waiting lists and make healthcare work better for everyone. The government announced the 10 Year Health Plan in July which will help patients take better control of their health and tackle issues like obesity and harmful […]
Parents across London will be able to get their two and three-year-olds vaccinated against flu at local pharmacies for the first time ever this autumn. From next week, 751 pharmacies across the capital will deliver the flu vaccine to two to three-year-olds. This means busy parents in London will be able to protect their toddlers […]
Despite five days of strikes by resident doctors from Friday 25 July to Wednesday 30 July, figures show it was a record-breaking month for cancer care by London’s NHS services. Thanks to the hard work of London clinicians, the strike disruption did not stop those most in need of care from accessing it. Across the […]