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Each year the flu kills on average 11,000 people and hospitalises thousands more

The NHS will take all necessary measures to make sure it is safe for you to have your flu vaccinations.

21 October 2020

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Volunteer to help find the vaccine for COVID-19

Join the national effort and sign up for the NHS COVID-19 vaccine research registry. Be part of the fightback against the virus by volunteering to be contacted by researchers to take part in COVID-19 vaccine research.

18 January 2021

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Covid vaccinations: update from the East London Health and Care Partnership

Following extensive trials, the first safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine has been approved in the UK and is now available to priority groups. Read the update from the East London Health and Care Partnership.

23 December 2020

Selfcareweek

Self care week reminds us to live self care for life

Self Care Week is the annual national event that aims to raise awareness of what we can do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing. This year’s theme is Live Self Care For Life.

16 November 2020

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Covid-19: What's next for Newham?

16 December 2020

We held a public event on Thursday 12 November, using zoom. It was...

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Dentist Mystery Shop - Access to emergency care & registration options during Covid-19

30 November 2020

We conducted a mystery shopping exercise in November 2020, contacting...

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The hidden needs of carers in Newham

28 October 2020

Between October 2019 and February 2020, we engaged with 57 carers...

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Interim Report: Your health and well-being during the COVID-19

We launched an online survey at the end of April in partnership with...