News and reports

On 1st April 2020 Mind in Bexley opened the Wellbeing Line to offer reassurance, support and advice to those struggling with their mental health during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Our latest report looks at how people are feeling and their concerns as life starts to get back to a "new normal". 

The pandemic has had an impact on all of us. But young people have been hit very hard – with a rise in those troubled by anxiety, loneliness and social isolation.

‘Just’ the flu? There’s no ‘just’ about it. In an average year, the flu virus kills 11,000 people and hospitalises thousands more. The flu vaccine is the best protection for you and those around you. Read more about the vaccination here.

The NHS COVID-19 app has been launched to help notify users if they have come into contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19.

With testing hitting the headlines in recent days, and increasing numbers of people trying to get a Covid test, it can be confusing to know when you should, or shouldn’t seek a Covid test.

Our report looks at people's experiences of health and social care during the Coronavirus pandemic from the beginning of June 2020 to the end of July 2020.

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.

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.

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

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

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.