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Are you aware of the NHS App and what it does? Tell us what you know about the app and help inform our approach to communications about the NHS App.

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Today is Great Mental Health Day 2024!

All over London, we’re celebrating the importance of meaningful connections while highlighting the power of relationships, collectivising, and social networks.

To find out more about and how you can join in visit www.thriveldn.co.uk/greatmentalhealth

And in the meantime… what does mean to you? Let us know in the comments! 🧡💚💙

Very cold weather is forecast in London this week. The Met Office has issued an amber Cold-Health Alert. Keep yourself warm with plenty of layers and remember to check on others: https://ow.ly/vU1g50QqlUg

In this , don’t forget to look out for anyone close to you who might struggle with the drop in temperature.

Find out how to stay safe and well in wintery weather.

Staying safe and well in wintry weather - NHS South West London Integrated Care Board South west London’s top doctor has outlined a few simple steps for people to take to keep themselves and their loved ones safe and well in cold weather.

Parents, if your child is poorly your local pharmacy can help with tummy aches, colds, sore ears, and rashes!

Use the 'Pharmacy advice' site to see all the services on offer by your local branch: ow.ly/h1d650wZ9w0

Do more with the NHS App!

Did you know you can order repeat prescriptions, book appointments and view your health records?

Find out more and download: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

In this , don’t forget to look out for anyone close to you who might struggle with the drop in temperature.

Find out how to stay safe and well in wintery weather: https://ow.ly/65gh50Qennz

Created by local experts in child health, Healthier Together provides information on common childhood illnesses and advice on what to do 👉 www.SWLondon-HealthierTogether.nhs.uk

If you need crisis mental health support in South West London, call our 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line team. They are there to help you.

🚨 Please only attend A&E if it is an emergency.

Click to find out more https://ow.ly/ylKj50Qlo7Q

Did you know that there are pharmacies in your area which stay open past 5 o'clock? If you need health advice but the working day is getting in your way, visit our site to see opening times, locations and services of the teams near you: ow.ly/h1d650wZ9w0

📣 Planned strike action by junior doctors is expected to cause major disruption this week – but the NHS is still here for people who need care.

💻 Please use https://ow.ly/UqIu50QlmVM, and in life-threatening emergencies, call 999.

Read more: https://ow.ly/hpjt50QlmVL

If you need urgent medical help but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App.

More information: www.nhs.uk/111

Spread the love…not norovirus 🤮

If you’ve got diarrhoea and vomiting, stay at home and avoid close contact with others for 48 hours after your symptoms clear.

More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/norovirus/

If you need crisis mental health support in South West London, call our 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line team. They are there to help you.

🚨 Please only attend A&E if it is an emergency.

Click to find out more https://ow.ly/wWBe50QloY8

📣 Do you take medication regularly?

⌛ Ahead of strike action next week, GPs will be busier than usual. It’s important to check your prescription and order what you need in plenty of time.

Your local pharmacy offers healthcare services which you don't need to book an appointment for, just pop in. Find opening hours of your closest pharmacy: ow.ly/h1d650wZ9w0

From porters to paramedics, vaccinators to volunteers, midwives to mental health practitioners, and all other essential workers — thank you to everyone who is working over the Christmas period! 💙

If you need urgent medical help but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App.

More info: www.nhs.uk/111

Spread the love this winter…not your germs 🦠

Here are some simple actions to take to help protect yourself & loved ones:

🎄 Stay at home & avoid close contact with others if you’re not feeling well
🎄 Wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water

Concerned about your baby or child’s health? 👶

Find expert advice on common illnesses such as fever and breathing problems from local health professionals on the Healthier Together website 👉 www.SWLondon-HealthierTogether.nhs.uk