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London NHS staff celebrated in celebrity photographer Rankin’s NHS birthday portrait collection
Powerful portraits of NHS staff working on the frontline in London during the pandemic have been captured by celebrity photographer, Rankin as part of collection to celebrate the NHS’ birthday on 5th July. NHS Staff across the Capital have been adapting the way they work to care for those in need. Dr Roopak Khara, General […]
Pharmacies offer convenient check-ups across the Capital
A new NHS scheme has seen almost 40,000 Londoners get a quick, safe, face-to-face appointment with a local pharmacist, helping them to get care safely and faster during the coronavirus pandemic. The NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS) has helped 37,200 people across the Capital since being set out in the NHS Long Term Plan, […]
Better protection against Covid-19 for black, Asian and minority ethnic NHS staff in London
Yvonne Coghill is to lead plans to rapidly improve support during the pandemic for black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) healthcare staff across London. The NHS in London is already assessing how best to protect BAME staff from the risk of Covid-19 following evidence of higher rates of illness and death among people from many […]
Tools and resources to help Londoners’ mental health and wellbeing
It is normal and okay to feel upset, anxious or confused at times. It is understandable that you might be feeling anxious and worried about coronavirus and that it could be affecting your mental health. You might be struggling with boredom or loneliness or you might be stressed about your job and finances. For those […]
Over 95,000 London Covid-19 volunteers have provided support to those most in need across the capital
Londoners have been supported by an army of over 95,000 NHS Volunteer Responders during the coronavirus pandemic in a scheme launched by the NHS and Royal Voluntary Service. To mark Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June), volunteers across London have been thanked by the Duchess of Cornwall for their acts of kindness to support the NHS during […]
NHS London statement on racism
A statement from Sir David Sloman, Regional Director of NHS London: We are the NHS in London. Our people are as diverse as this great city and we stand together in solidarity today and always. We do not, and must never, accept racism in any part of London’s NHS. We must – and will – […]
Personalised Helpline For Filipino NHS Staff Launched
A new, dedicated NHS bereavement and trauma telephone support line for Filipino staff impacted by the coronavirus pandemic launched today, run by qualified and trained Tagalog speakers. The new care line follows wide engagement on support needs with Filipino colleagues across the NHS. The confidential, free to access line is available seven days a week […]
Londoners Told ‘Act FAST’ As NHS Uses AI To Speed Up Stroke Care
The NHS in London is today urging anyone who thinks they or a loved one have symptoms of the killer condition not be put off seeking help because of coronavirus but to ‘act FAST’. NHS staff have worked hard to ensure anyone who needs stroke care can safely get it despite the biggest public health […]
Information on NHS services in London over the May Bank Holidays
This Bank Holiday weekend, Londoners should follow Government guidance on staying safe. If you do need medical help, the NHS will help you get the care you need. If you or someone you live with has coronavirus symptoms (high temperature and/or a new continuous cough) Stay at home and visit uk/coronavirus for health advice and guidance on […]
Londoners urged to get essential vaccines despite Coronavirus outbreak
The NHS in London is urging people to attend all regular vaccination appointments to prevent outbreaks of serious diseases and reduce pressure on the health service. The NHS is continuing to help people to manage illness linked to coronavirus, but is still urging parents to bring children forward for lifesaving vaccinations to stop deadly diseases […]