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Find here where to find vaccination centres, dentist services, community pharmacies and more that are closest to you.

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Guide to Healthcare

How to find your way to the care you need

A guide to healthcare

Featured news, blogs & events

Lewisham’s Proactive Ageing Well Service cuts emergency demand by half

The Proactive Ageing Well Service (PAWS) in Lewisham is helping older people stay well at home and avoid emergency care.   Run by NHS South East London, Lewisham Council and other community partners, PAWS supports older people who may be at risk of a health crisis by providing bringing care to their homes. The team […]

26 Feb 2026
Lewisham’s Proactive Ageing Well Service cuts emergency demand by half

The Proactive Ageing Well Service (PAWS) in Lewisham is helping older people stay well at home and avoid emergency care.   Run by NHS South East London, Lewisham Council and other community partners, PAWS supports older people who may be at risk of a health crisis by providing bringing care to their homes. The team […]

26 Feb 2026
Showcasing outstanding local nursing: Meet award-winning nurse Teresa O’Nwere-Tan

Teresa O’Nwere‑Tan is an advanced nurse practitioner based in Southwark, south east London. She focuses on helping people stay well through early health checks and preventative care, which led to her winning the Nursing Times Nurse of the Year award last year. One of the things that sets Teresa apart is her proactive approach to healthcare […]

26 Feb 2026