1. Coronavirus Local Resources

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    Here's a number of local resources we have pulled together to help Bexley residents through the Coronavirus Pandemic. The list is updated regularly as services and information become available.

  2. How is Healthwatch helping during the coronavirus outbreak?

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    We have been considering guidance from Healthwatch England and working closely with our host organisation, Mind in Bexley, to decide how we can best support people in Bexley during the coronavirus outbreak.

  3. Dentists and Coronavirus

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    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

  4. Cancer and coronavirus

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    If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

  5. Join us and the Care Quality Commission to help shape health and social care services post COVID-19.

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    Help patients, key workers and your community by telling us about a recent experience of health and social care services in Bexley.

  6. Are digital consultations working for you during COVID-19?

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    Since the Coronavirus pandemic, many more GP and outpatient consultations are being handled through the phone or online systems, instead of face to face.  Some people find this change easy and convenient, but for others it can create difficulties.

  7. Government launches new obesity strategy

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    Government launches new obesity strategy as country urged to achieve a healthy weight to beat Covid-19 and protect the NHS.

  8. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    Using people’s experiences, we have created top tips for both patients, health and care professionals on how to get the most out of digital consultations.

  9. Blood tests during Covid-19

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    Blood tests are currently by appointment only due to the Covid-19 pandemic and social distancing measures

  10. The Covid-19 Vaccination - Tell us your thoughts

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    Let us know if you have received your Covid-19 vaccine, are planning to be vaccinated or if you do not want to be vaccinated please tell us your reasons why

  11. NHS COVID-19 vaccination films are available in different languages

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    NHS South East London Clinical Commissioning Group have published a compilation film of local doctors, nurses, care workers and faith leaders.

  12. The 'road map' out of lockdown - what to expect

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    On Tuesday 22 February, the Prime Minister set the ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown. And from 8 March people will see restrictions start to lift as part of a four step plan.

  13. Free Covid-19 Lateral Flow Tests

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    Twice-weekly free Covid lateral flow tests are now available to everyone in England without Covid symptoms, as recommended by the government and public health experts.

  14. A million vaccinations in SE London

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    Staff across south east London have given over a million vaccinations.

  15. Vaccine Facts Website

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    The Our Healthier South East London Integrated Care System (ICS) vaccine facts resource aims to provide people from diverse communities with the right information to feel confident to take up the Covid vaccine.

  16. Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for radical rethink of NHS dentistry

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    Healthwatch England warns dental crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people, 80%, struggling to access timely care during the last lockdown.

  17. Vaccine clinic opens at the Civic Offices Bexleyheath

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    First and second doses of the Covid vaccine are now available at the Civic Offices.

  18. Over 18? Don’t miss your vaccine

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    Getting the COVID-19 vaccine means you can get back to doing all the things you’ve missed, as soon as possible. Whatever your reason, if you’re over 18 don't miss your vaccine.

  19. Covid safety measures stay in place at healthcare settings

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    Anyone using or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a face covering and stick to social distancing rules.

  20. Vaccine Passport Scams

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    Action Fraud is warning the public to watch out for 'vaccine passport' scam emails and text messages.

  21. Bexley's Walk-In Weekend 14th - 16th January

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    There are multiple walk-in Covid vaccination clinics in Bexley. This includes a ‘Family Clinic’ for children 12+ and their family available on 15th January. It’s the easy way to get your first, second or booster jab.

  22. Introducing the Bexley Health and Wellbeing bus

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    Bexley’s Health and Wellbeing bus will be on tour across the borough over the next few months

  23. London Ambulance Service Has Busiest Year Ever

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    2021 was officially the busiest year ever for the London Ambulance Service, receiving 2.1 million 999 calls (compared to 1.9 million in 2020) and more than 2.1 million 111 calls.

  24. Download Healthwatch Engand's Annual Report to Parliament

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    Together we’re making a real difference to people’s lives! Read the Healthwatch England annual report to find out the impact our collective work has had on communities across England.

  25. Spring COVID boosters being offered to over 75s and clinically vulnerable

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    Over 75s and those who are clinically vulnerable will be invited to book an additional COVID booster this week, as the NHS launches its spring booster programme.