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Flu and COVID-19: staying well with a health condition this winter

The onset of winter brings colder weather and darker nights, which will inevitably mean we all meet friends and family indoors where it is less well ventilated. This will increase the risk of virus transmission at a time when people up and down the country are likely to have a lower immunity to flu due […]

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New animation launched urging public to get flu vaccine

Today we launch a short animation to continue raising awareness of those who are eligible for the flu vaccination this year and how it offers vital protection. With flu and COVID-19 expected to be in wide circulation together this winter, the NHS is advising people to boost their immunity by having both vaccines if eligible. […]

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Ground-breaking cancer test trial begins in Kent and Medway

Kent and Medway’s response to a ground-breaking cancer test trial has been so strong that all appointments for the first clinic sessions have been booked. The first local participants in the world’s largest trial of a revolutionary new blood test, Galleri TM, which can detect more than 50 types of cancer often before symptoms appear, are […]

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Lung Cancer Awareness – Mark’s story

Mark Jenkins, aged 55, of Horley, Surrey, was diagnosed with lung cancer in July 2020. Had lobectomy (partial removal of left lung) in September 11 at St George’s Hospital, Tooting, followed by a course of chemotherapy at St Luke’s Centre which finished mid-February 2021. “I ask myself every day why did I not go and […]

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Mother-of-two speaks about the importance of protecting her children and loved ones as millions are invited to have their flu vaccine

A mother-of-two has spoken about the importance of protecting her children and loved ones as millions of people will be invited to get their flu vaccine from this week. The invitations are being issued as part of the biggest annual flu drive in NHS history. Speaking shortly after her 3-year-old year daughter Alana was vaccinated […]

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