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With so many organisations coming together, there’s always a story, a new idea, or an interesting angle to share. Read the latest updates on health and care in our south east London communities here, or head to www.selondonics.org/events for our upcoming meetings and events.

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Improved data and analytics services to support population health and neighbourhood-based care

We are working with practices and partners across the health and care system to improve the data available to health and care professionals, NHS researchers and to organisations to better plan health and care. The London Data Service is the next development in this area. The new service is NHS owned and managed, having been […]

28 Mar 2025
Supporting patients to manage their lung conditions

“I’ve now spoken to the non-smoking team and hope to get over that with their help.” Ralf Nicholson, local resident, shares how a recent Community Lung Health Day helped him take important steps to manage his lung condition. The event connected patients living with lung health conditions to social prescribers, local support organisations, and health […]

27 Mar 2025
Greenwich community programme halves diabetes medication costs and supports weight loss

A Greenwich based community project is helping local residents living with type 2 diabetes to stay active and improve their health in a safe and welcoming environment. The Champions 4 Change Wellbeing CIC delivers community-based boxercise programmes to help those living with type 2 diabetes improve their blood glucose control through structured physical activity. Funded […]

20 Mar 2025
Safeguarding leadership programme launches in south east London

The first in-person workshop of the South East London Integrated Care System (SEL ICS) Safeguarding Leadership Programme took place on 5th March 2025 at London Bridge Hive. The programme is a new and original initiative developed by SEL ICS in partnership with The Kings Fund, an organisation known for high-quality leadership development in the field […]

20 Mar 2025
Better access to health services for women and girls

Women and girls in Greenwich and Bexley now have better access to specialist support for menopause, heavy periods, contraception, and pre-conception advice through the Women and Girls’ health hub. Launched in March 2025, the virtual health hub allows girls, women, and people identifying as female to self-refer for expert advice and care, reducing the need […]

19 Mar 2025
International Women’s Day Event at Bromley Adult Education College

On Friday 7 March 2025, students at Bromley Adult Education College celebrated International Women’s Day with a women’s health event, which was aimed at equipping them with vital knowledge to support their health and wellbeing. The event focused on two key topics: breast cancer awareness and menopause. Run by the college in collaboration with One […]

18 Mar 2025
Bromleag Care Practice recognised for excellence in patient safety

Bromleag Care Practice has been commended in the “Safety Award” category at the London General Practice Awards 2025. This recognition highlights the team’s dedication to putting patient safety at the heart of their work across Care Homes and Extra Care Housing. The London General Practice Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in primary care, recognising individuals and […]

11 Mar 2025
Energy, excitement and emotion at the first South East London ICS EDI Conference & Awards

The first South East London ICS Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (SEL ICS EDI) Conference and Awards were held on 4 March. It was an energetic and at times deeply moving event, celebrating the outstanding efforts of colleagues at a local level, and highlighting the importance of EDI to our patients, staff and health and care […]

06 Mar 2025
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