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What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

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Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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.

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Government launches new obesity strategy

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

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What you need to know when visiting a care home (new guidance for Covid-19)

Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

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Are digital consultations working for you during COVID-19?

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.

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Face coverings: what you need to know

Later this week, new rules are coming into force in England making it compulsory to wear a face covering in shops and supermarkets.

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The Impact of Covid 19 on Bexley Residents

Our report looks at people's experiences of health and social care during the first few months of lockdown and social distancing.

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What to expect when visiting Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are doing everything they can to keep patients safe - it is vital people attend their appointments.

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

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

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Healthwatch Bexley Leaflet

Our latest Healthwatch Bexley leaflet is ready to download

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Annual Report 2019/2020

We have just published our Annual Report for 2019/2020. Read about what we've been up to over the last year, and how we have helped you to share your views and experiences.

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Dentists and Coronavirus

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.