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To mark the NHS's 75th anniversary, we have teamed up with

@parkrunUK

to host 'parkrun for the NHS' on 8 and 9 July. It's a great opportunity for Londoners to thank NHS staff and volunteers and encourage people to get more active. Save the date. #NHS75 england.nhs.uk/nhsbirthday/ev

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Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

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High intensity procedures like this rarely take place in gynaecological theatres in the UK. Through careful planning and by using a surgical robot, the team were able to operate on eight times as many patients as usual.

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“Thanks to the dedication of our staff, we were able to help dozens of women.” This amazing

@chelwestFT

team performed a record number of endometriosis procedures in one weekend to help women get the care they need.

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Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

It's #NationalEpilepsyWeek. Epilepsy is a common condition and can start at any age. Here you can find out more about the symptoms of epilepsy, how to get a diagnosis and what treatment is available: nhs.uk/conditions/epi

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May 23

Decided to quit smoking? Check out these three top tips: 📅 Pick a quit date and add it to your calendar 🗒 List your reasons to quit 🚭 Use stop smoking aids to help manage cravings Find out more: nhs.uk/better-health/

Top three quit smoking tips. 1. Pick a quit date and add it to your calendar. 2. List your reasons to quit. 3. Use stop smoking aids to help manage cravings.

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(TW: sexual assault) We have dedicated centres that provide a safe space and care for anyone who has been raped, sexually assaulted or abused ➡️ nhs.uk/SARCs #ItsNotOk

Type 2 diabetes can lead to serious health complications for Londoners if left untreated. Finding out your risk only takes a few minutes using the Diabetes UK risk tool – it could be the most important thing you do today. riskscore.diabetes.org.uk #Type2DiabetesPreventionWeek

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Great Ormond Street Hospital

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@GreatOrmondSt

We had a paw-some new visitor on the wards last week! Our newest therapy dog Chase and his human, Lisa, have been visiting patients and staff to brighten their days. Congratulations Chase!

Chase and Lisa outside of the Great Ormond Street Hospital entrance. Lisa wears a yellow polo uniform of the GOSH volunteers and Chase, a small white and cream dog, wears his blue GOSH therapy dog coat.

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Gary Lineker hosts the world's most famous football show.

Watch the full clip on

@BBCiPlayer

[40:33]:

bbc.co.uk

Match of the Day

If you are worried that you might be at risk of hepatitis C, you can order a confidential test online through our new website ➡️ hepctest.nhs.uk

Four illustrated human characters wearing clothes of varying bright colours appear across the top of the image. Copy reads; around 70,000 people in England don't know that have hepatitis C. Find out of you have hepatitis C with a free test from the new NHS test-at-home service. Order your free kit today.

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Has your child missed an MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination? London children can get protected through primary schools and community venues. If your child has missed a dose, we will contact you. Don’t delay when you’re contacted. rmationpartnersinhealthandcare.nhs.uk/london-polio-m

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May 21

Remember F.A.S.T for the signs of a stroke this #StrokeAwarenessMonth 😕Face – has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile? 💪Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there? 🗣 Speech – is it slurred? ⏰️ Time to call 999. nhs.uk/actFAST

Londoners, do you need medical help? Use 111 online to get assessed and directed to the right place for you, such as a consultation with a local pharmacist. More info: nhs.uk/111

To mark our 75th anniversary this year, we have teamed up with the Fujifilm to launch a staff photography exhibition. No matter your genre, style or level – we want to see NHS staff and volunteers’ best photography work. To enter, visit: nhs75-fujifilm.com/#NHS75

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May 21

If you’ve only had one COVID-19 vaccine, or you’ve not had one at all, you can still get the vaccine until 30 June. Don’t get caught out. Make sure you and your loved ones get all the protection you need: nhs.uk/CovidVaccinati

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May 20

Londoners aged 75 or over, or those with a weakened immune system, can now book their spring COVID-19 vaccine. Book at nhs.uk/conditions/cov, through the NHS App, or by calling 119.

Spring COVID-19 vaccinations. People aged 75 or above, or who have a weakened immune system can book now.

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May 20

May is #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth. Check your skin – a new mole or a change in an existing mole may be signs of melanoma skin cancer. Melanomas can appear anywhere on your body, but are more common in areas that are often exposed to the sun. More info: nhs.uk/skin-cancer

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May 20

Did you know physical activity can reduce symptoms of anxiety? Make the first move for your mental health with Every Mind Matters this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. Visit nhs.uk/every-mind-mat to find out more.

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Teenage vaccinations are the best way to protect your child from serious diseases such as HPV-related cancers, meningitis, septicaemia, diphtheria, tetanus and polio. If your child has missed a vaccine, contact their school immunisation team or GP. nhs.uk/conditions/vac

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NHS London Retweeted

London Ambulance Service

@Ldn_Ambulance

Royal College of Midwives

By working together in #MentalHealth Joint Response cars, our paramedics and mental health nurses are able to treat 80% of their patients at home or on scene, taking less to hospital 💚 Lauren and Fred explain more in this video for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek 👇 (1/2)

"Kate is a real attribute to the NHS midwifery workforce for not only her leadership but also her integrity and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. On behalf of my NHS colleagues in London, I wish her huge congratulations!" – Jane Clegg, Chief Nurse for NHS London.

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Congratulations to our Chief Midwife

@katebrintworth

, who today has: 🏆 Won the

@MidwivesRCM

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award 📷 Been appointed Chief Midwifery Officer for England Thank you, Kate for all your work to improve women and birthing people's lives in London.

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Kate Brintworth

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@MidwivesRCM

Next up, the #rcmwinner for the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion category. Congratulations go to… Kate Brintworth, NHS England, Anti-Racism Framework and Fellowship @NHSEngland! #rcmawards

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This #StrokeAwarenessMonth, act F.A.S.T if you spot any signs of a stroke: 😕Face – has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile? 💪Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there? 🗣 Speech – is it slurred? ⏰️ Time to call 999. nhs.uk/actFAST

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📣 Delighted to announce that

@katebrintworth

has been appointed to the role of Chief Midwifery Officer for England. Kate will pioneer the team in delivering our maternity and neonatal delivery plan to support safer, more personalised and more equitable care.

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Today is #WorldIBDDay. If you're affected by Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis or Microscopic Colitis,

@CrohnsColitisUK

can offer support. 📞Call them on 0300 222 5700 📷Or go online at crohnsandcolitis.org.uk Find out more about the symptoms and how to treat IBD at… Show more

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@allontheboard

Today is World IBD Day. Sending love to everyone affected by Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis or any other form of IBD. #WorldIBDDay #Crohns #Colitis #IBD #InflammatoryBowelDisease

Guy's and St Thomas' and Evelina London

To thank the NHS colleagues who cared for Daphne, her uncle Paul is planning to running the 2024 London Marathon to raise money for Evelina London Children's Charity. Find out how Daphne is doing now: guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/news/family-th

Paul holding baby Daphne in his arms after she was born. He is wearing a red jumper and looking at the camera.

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“Amazing is an understatement. They saved Daphne's life.” After being born with transposition of the great arteries, meaning her two blood vessels were swapped over, baby Daphne underwent corrective life-saving heart surgery at

@EvelinaLondon

when she was just two days old.

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Evelina London and Guy's and St Thomas'

In a sickle cell crisis, acting quickly saves lives. We’ve developed new training for NHS staff which covers the signs and symptoms of a crisis, treatment and healthcare inequalities related to the condition. Find out more 👉 e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/hea

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NHS London Retweeted

London Ambulance Service

@Ldn_Ambulance

May 18

📢 We’re supporting a new collaboration from

@GoodSamApp

and

@ResusCouncilUK

to boost the number of community heroes trained to save lives who can help us respond to life-threatening emergencies. #LondonLifesavers (1/2) 🔽

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NHS England and 9 others

If you’re a manager or supervisor in health and social care, help make equality a reality. Our free, inclusive online training course can help improve diversity and equality in health and care. Register online at leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/programmes/cor

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NHS London Retweeted

West London NHS Trust

@westlondonnhs

May 18

#GuardiansoftheGalaxy star

@PoulterWill

has recorded a special message for #NHS staff in West London during #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. He visited

@ealing_project

earlier this week, where he was announced as an ambassador for our partners

@hfehmind

. LINK:

westlondon.nhs.uk

Guardians of the Galaxy's Will Poulter thanks NHS staff in West London :: West London NHS Trust

Hollywood star Will Poulter has shown his support for the NHS staff in West London during Mental Health Awareness Week. The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 actor attended the Ealing Project cinema on...

May 18

No matter your blood type, one donation can save up to three lives. Give blood today at blood.co.uk

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Londoner Richard is the only UK blood donor with the ultra-rare McLeod blood type. 🩸 He has donated blood over 100 times which has been used to save the lives of people in the UK and around the world, including a two-year-old child in Hong Kong. #GiveBlood

Richard sat holding a framed certificate for his 100th blood donation. He is smiling into the camera.

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Do something amazing; help save up to three lives in London. Whether a blood donation is used for someone who’s been in an accident, or for saving the life of a newborn baby, visit blood.co.uk and sign up to #GiveBlood.

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Measles cases are rising in London. Make sure your child is protected with an MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination. Check your child’s red book and contact your GP to book an appointment for any missed vaccinations. Find out more: rmationpartnersinhealthandcare.nhs.uk/london-polio-m

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Barnet, Enfield and Haringey

🧠 This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, colleagues at

@BEHMHTNHS

are sharing their top tips for managing feelings of anxiety. If you are struggling with feelings of anxiety, Every Mind Matters can help. Find out more at nhs.uk/every-mind-mat

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Alex enjoyed cooking, exercise, creative writing and games to help with his anxiety. All of these can be great ways to manage anxiety. Find out more @betterhealthNHS

tinyurl.com/3wwms7bp #ToHelpWithMyAnxiety #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Feelings of anxiety and depression can affect us all. Londoners, if you need help with your mental health, you can refer yourself, or your GP can refer you to NHS Talking Therapies. Nhs.uk/talk #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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