The NHS Cervical Screening Programme saves thousands of lives every year bydetecting abnormal cells in the cervix that could develop into cancer, if left untreated. The screening is sometimes known as a smear test. How often people need to have cervical…
North West London is increasing the number of patients who can be prescribed tirzepatide (Mounjaro) on the NHS but, contrary to some reports, the drug can only be issued by specialist weight management clinics and to people who satisfy strict clinical criteria (…
Would you like to hear more about health services across Westminster? Do you have ideas or feedback to share? Healthcare Central London (HCL) wants to hear from you! HCL is a GP Federation which supports 31 General Practices, including ours, across…
We would like to alert our patients to a medication recall related to a product sold at Boots. Following a customer complaint, it was identified that the foil blister inside the carton ofParacetamol 500 mg tablets (16s), incorrectly states ‘Aspirin 300…
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women in England, the chance of getting breast cancer increases as you get older. Regular breast screening is one of the best ways to spot a cancer that is too small…
We’re running an online and in-person focus group on March 5th at 11:00 to 12:00 where you can share your thoughts on what it’s like to access and contact your GP. The sessions are run via your Primary Care Network (PCN)…
It’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Week and we’re asking that when invited for a cervical screening appointment, you attend. It can save your life.This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, we’re debunking misconceptions around cervical screening:* Did you know that cervical cancer can be…
You’re invited to our virtual feedback event! What is it? We want to hear your thoughts on what it’s like to contact or access your GP. The online event is open to all and will provide a chance to share your…
Antibiotics are losing their effectiveness because of misuse and overuse. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result, infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of disease spread,…