Updates - Patient guidance -
Barts Health Dermatology: A guide to taking an image
Patient information on how to take images of your skin area
Stay at home: guidance for households with possible or confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) infection
The latest government guidance for households with possible or confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) infection
Important advice and help for those who are ‘shielding’ at home
This leaflet for shielded patients has been created by NEL CCGs for people to share with those who are shielding
Working for Women Working against Violence confidential counselling service in Newham
Working for Women Working against Violence are offering a confidential counselling service for BAME women who have experienced domestic violence and abuse.
NHSE has published updated public posters for GP practices
These new materials are attached in printable form and carry the updated ‘Stay Alert’ message and symptoms
GP responsibilities for verification of expected deaths
A doctor involved in the care of a person either routinely or by way of OOH provision has a duty of care to support the family and colleagues who are caring for that patient
Mental Health Awareness Week: adult mental health services are open for business
Our local adult mental health services remain open for business, so please continue to refer local people as appropriate
BHR CAMHS - useful resources to help understand COVD-19
NELFT has produced a really useful guide to resources available to support children, young people and families with their mental health and wellbeing.
Bereavement information for families and carers in hospital
A leaflet with bereavement information for families and carers in hospital can be found here
Expert guidance on supporting wound care (for practice nurses and for patients)
Accelarate CiC has now launched a self management advice section on its website. This shares advice for both nurses (and GPs) and patients.
eConsult is now available to your patients via the NHS App
Important information about eConsult integration with the NHS App is available here
Dental care update including patient pathway for urgent treatment
Updated information on dental care