Updates
Message from Amanda Pritchard - new Chief Executive Officer of NHS England.
I wanted to write to you as the new NHS Chief Executive to thank you for everything you have done throughout the Covid pandemic.
Resources: Traumatic bereavement
The resources are primarily aimed at school and college staff, bereavement services and NHS mental health services
NEL care providers and GP remote monitoring digital support
We are providing GPs across North East London with support on a number of great digital services - all provided under the umbrella of our "Digital Offer".
Exploring Compassionate Leadership for Clinical Directors
Thursday September 16 2021: 1.30-3pm
Six month extension to the temporary variation to age criteria for IVF in north east London infertility policies
In October 2020 a temporary variation to the age criteria for accessing IVF in north east London policies was agreed by CCGs. This was to ensure patients were not disadvantaged by the pause in services as a result of COVID-19. It was planned that this variation would be in place until 31 March 2021 when it would be superseded by an aligned policy across north east London.
Resources - respiratory illnesses in children
We are preparing for a predicted increase in the number of respiratory illnesses in children as restrictions ease and people mix more.
Pregnancy and vaccination
We sent a letter on 30 July to all maternity and primary care services asking them to make every contact count in providing evidence-based advice to women on the benefits of vaccination in pregnancy for them and their babies.
Managing challenging behaviours at vaccination sites guide for site managers
NHSE have developed a short pack with safety awareness steps to take by staff and volunteers should they come across challenging behaviours.
Flu vaccination: who should have it this winter and why
Public Health England has updated its guidance for the 2021/22 flu vaccination season.
Community Pharmacy Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Advanced Service
The Community Pharmacy Service Specification for the upcoming 2021/22 flu season has been published today.
General Practice Enhanced Service Specifications for the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Programme 2021/22
Today, we have published the two Enhanced Service Specifications for the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Programme 2021/22. This follows the publication of the Annual Flu letter on 17 July 2021.
Update on temporary closure of Mile End Hospital X-Ray
Update from Barts Health