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Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 will take place from Monday 13 to Sunday 19 May 2019. The theme for 2019 is Body Image – how we think and feel about our bodies.

Dying Matters Week 2019, coordinated by Hospice UK, is a UK-wide chance to talk about dying, death and bereavement as a natural part of everybody's life cycle.

GPs in Lambeth are reminding people of the risks to health posed by sunburn and excess tanning as part of national Sun Awareness Week (6 – 13 May).

Residents in Lambeth are reminded about the range of health services available on Early May Bank Holiday, Monday 6th May and Spring Bank Holiday, Monday 27th May as many GP practices and pharmacies will be closed.

GPs in Lambeth are supporting a campaign to tackle the country's third-biggest killer – with a message that acting FAST could save the life of a loved one.

King’s College Hospital in Camberwell has launched the first sexual health service in south London for trans people.

Thank you to all who participated in the CCG 360 stakeholder survey. 83% of nominated stakeholders completed the 2018/19 survey. The results were published in early April 2019.

This week is Type 2 diabetes prevention week and we are encouraging people in Lambeth to check their risk using the online ‘Know Your Risk Tool’ at https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/.

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proposing to relocate all the services currently provided at Moorfields’ City Road site in Islington, London subject to public consultation.

Lambeth Together is our big idea for health and social care. Now we need a logo and other visuals to illustrate the purpose and magnitude of our vision, and we want local people to get involved.

On March 6 2019 the Windrush Square and Brixton Library were lit up with images of measles and #MMR to raise awareness about measles and MMR vaccinations.

'Don't ignore your invitation for a smear test – it could save your life'.

The service can provide patient information, issue prescriptions to a pharmacy of choice, book a GP appointment, and, if necessary, refer people to emergency services.

Today, 7 Feb 2019 we are supporting annual Time To Talk Day, and we are encouraging people across Lambeth to open up and have a conversation about mental health and end mental health discrimination.

80% of children and 96% of teenagers don't eat enough vegetables. Lambeth is part of a unique new alliance to change the way we all eat and combat childhood obesity.

People in Lambeth are being urged to put aside their fears and ‘get tested’ to help the fight against cancer.

From 4 February 2019, the first day of Children's Mental Health Week, a new online counselling service will give children and young people across south east London access to free, anonymous mental health and emotional well-being support.

Local pharmacy teams offer a fast and convenient clinical service for minor health concerns with no appointment needed and use of a private consultation room should it be required.

You can now get your blood pressure checked in Lambeth for free at 20 pharmacies and opticians.

NHS 111 online uses the same clinical information as the 111 phone service, taking you through questions about your symptoms to receive tailored advice on what to do next and where to go.

GPs in Lambeth are encouraging women to attend their free NHS smear test to reduce the risk of cervical cancer.

An exciting opportunity is available to act as a Senior Programme Lead for 'Lambeth Together' for the next 12 months.

Pharmacy and GP access hub opening times in Lambeth over the holiday.

Appointments with a GP, nurse or other healthcare professional are available in the evenings and weekends, either at your local practice or another nearby NHS service.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is working with NHS Lewisham and NHS Lewisham CCGs to review the interpreting and translation service for patients in GP surgeries, dentists and opticians.

Winter can be bad for our health but there are a number of things you can do to keep you and your family well this winter.

The South East London Area Prescribing Committee, of which NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group is a member, has published a new position statement relating to FreeStyle Libre® Flash Glucose Monitoring.

People in Lambeth are being encouraged to 'know the signs' of diabetes to ensure they receive the treatment and support needed to help them manage the condition.

Each November, World Antibiotic Awareness Week aims to increase global awareness of antibiotic resistance.

People in Lambeth are being urged to ‘choose respect’ to help tackle bullying and improve the mental health of children and young people in the borough

It’s Self Care Week 2018 (12 – 18 November) and NHS Lambeth CCG wants to remind you of the health expert on the High Street – the community pharmacist.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group is asking people to help reduce the cost of medicines waste. People on repeat prescriptions are being asked to avoid stockpiling medicines by checking how much medicine they have at home before asking for more.

People in Lambeth are being encouraged to 'face their fear' by talking to their doctor about the potential symptoms of lung cancer so it can be diagnosed as early as possible.

Antibiotics are essential to treat serious bacterial infections but they are frequently being used to treat illnesses, such as coughs, earache and sore throats that can get better by themselves.

Help us help you stay well this winter by getting your free flu vaccination if you are eligible.

People in Lambeth are being encouraged to 'talk about how you feel' to help remove the stigma around mental illness.

Stoptober – the 28-day stop smoking challenge – begins on 1 October.

If you're worried about an urgent medical concern, you can now get help and advice online using your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Thousands of care home residents will benefit from an innovation designed to make emergency hospital visits safer and speed up discharge after health and care chiefs agreed to extend the innovative Red Bag scheme across the whole of south London.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group and the Lambeth LMC have launched support for the salaried GPs and Locums who are the backbone of general practice in Lambeth.

You can read more about each of the awards, the nominees and winners here.

Lambeth Council wants to hear your views on their proposals for the short breaks programme.

The South East London Area Prescribing Committee, of which NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group is a member, has published an updated interim position statement relating to FreeStyle Libre® Flash Glucose Monitoring

The Department of Health and Social Care are seeking views on proposed changes to what gluten-free foods are available on NHS prescription in England.

The NHS has been asked to set out a long term plan for the future by autumn, setting out our ambitions for improvement over the next decade.

This September, young Londoners can take part in the #AsthmaRapChallenge to get children and young people sharing messages about safely managing asthma. The prize is a professional recording session.

NHS Lambeth CCG is supporting the Healthy London Partnership and NHS England London campaign #AskAboutAsthma to help improve the lives of those living with asthma in Lambeth. The campaign runs from Monday 3 to Sunday 16 September.

Lambeth residents are advised to remember to make sure your repeat prescriptions will cover you for the bank holiday period. If you need to visit a pharmacy over the bank holiday, we have a list of open pharmacies here.

The Lambeth CCG Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2018 will be taking place soon, in conjunction with the Lammy Awards.

On 12 July, over 200 professionals from Lambeth (including health, social care, schools, early years, youth police, housing and VCS) came together

We're delighted to announce that NHS Lambeth CCG has been rated as Outstanding in NHS England's national CCG annual assessment. This is an improvement from last year's rating of Good.

The Lammy Awards are health and care awards set up in Lambeth to recognise people who go the extra mile to provide exceptional health and care support.

Change4Life is encouraging families this summer to plan activities that promote movement

We have formed the Living Well Network Alliance; a partnership of Lambeth Council, NHS Lambeth CCG, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, Certitude and Thamesreach.

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

This year, Men's Health Week, from 11 – 17 June, focuses on diabetes and the importance of seeking care at first sign of symptoms.

As part of the NHS70 celebrations, we have worked with ITN to develop a film which highlights Lambeth Together

South east London played a crucial role in the successful One London bid and now expect to play a core role in its implementation.

You can see a list of pharmacies open in Lambeth over the weekend here.

The NHS is turning 70 on 5 July 2018. It is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the achievements of one of the nation's most loved institutions.

Public Health England's One You campaign is encouraging Londoners to get fit by brisk walking for 10 minutes a day

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today - Monday 14 May

There are a range of free events and workshops in Lambeth as part of the nationwide annual Dying Matters Awareness Week

Ofsted inspectors have today recognised improvements in Lambeth's children's services.

Some women aged between 70 and 79 are being offered the opportunity for a breast screen.

We are looking for a new Governing Body Lay member with a specific focus on audit, conflicts of interest, governance and financial management.

This year, World Immunisation Week runs from 24-30 April and highlights the importance of vaccinating young children against diseases.

NHS England is seeking feedback about people’s experiences of personal health budgets in England.

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, aimed to highlight the importance of early diagnosis in tackling one of the most prominent forms of cancer. Bowel cancer is a common type of cancer in both men and women.

Lambeth pharmacy opening times during the Easter break 2018

Lambeth's strategy for children and young people over the next five years was launched earlier this week with a pledge to make the borough one of the best places in the world to grow up.

A free, confidential mental health service is available to help people affected by the 2017 London terrorist attacks in Westminster, London Bridge, Finsbury Park and Parsons Green.

On this National Stop Smoking Day (March 14), Londoners are being offered personal coaching to help them quit.

People in Lambeth will receive better care thanks to work to join up two electronic care record systems used by health and care organisations across south east London.

NHS Lambeth CCG is urging women to get savvy with the symptoms of ovarian cancer during March.

'Stay Well Pharmacy' is a new campaign from NHS England which encourages people, especially parents and carers of children under the age of 5, to visit their local pharmacy team first for clinical advice for minor health concerns

The quicker people get help for someone who has had a suspected stroke, the better their chance of recovery, say GPs in Lambeth. Stroke is now one of the biggest killers in UK and one of the largest causes of disability among those who survive

One You can help realise your dreams offering practical online advice and support covering everything from diet and exercise to alcohol consumption, stress, giving up smoking and getting enough sleep.

Healthcare professionals across south east London are urging women to go to their smear test appointments when invited to combat a decline in attendance.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is looking to appoint a Lay Member to play an important part in governing and further developing the CCG.

The CCG is urging members of the public to only use health services if they really need to and manage minor conditions such as a cough or cold at home. Health services are under significant pressure both in hospital and in the community.

A new campaign has launched to help anyone worried about an urgent medical concern get the right attention fast.

Lambeth CCG is calling on parents to ‘look for 100 calorie snacks, and only two a day max’ during January and beyond to combat rising rates of childhood obesity in the borough.

As we prepare for the Christmas and New Year period, we are sharing important information about how Lambeth residents can access health services if they need them.

Many of us are preparing for Christmas – making lists, going shopping and organising festivities. But it is also important to make preparations for looking after your health this holiday season.

Over 9 million Londoners will now be able to book routine GP appointments in the evening, at the weekend and over bank holidays, making accessing GP services much easier for those with a busy work or family life.

Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lewisham and Southwark CCGs have today announced the appointment of Andrew Bland as their single Accountable Officer. Andrew Eyres remains the Accountable Officer for Lambeth CCG and for Croydon CCG.

Lambeth residents can send off for free and easy to use HIV testing kits from the national HIV testing service www.test.hiv

The Lambeth Safeguarding Adults Board have launched a survey to find out how much local people know about how to protect adults from abuse and harm.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), is running a campaign, Only ask for what you need, to reduce the amount of medicines that are not used by patients.

The Health app called Health Help Now (HHN) will no longer be available from 1 December for patients in south east London. A new, better integrated service that meets national standards will be available.

Self Care Week (13 -19 November) reminds us that there is lots we can do to look after our own health.

In support of World Antibiotic Awareness Week (13 -19 November) and European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) (18 November 2017), Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is calling all local residents to contribute towards keeping antibiotics working.

NHGS Lambeth CCG is urging residents who smoke to get the help they need to quit on World COPD Day, Wednesday 15 November.

An afternoon workshop which is open to anyone who works or lives in Lambeth, and provides an opportunity for the community to discuss how they can work together to improve mental health locally.

A formal public consultation runs until 21 October on new national guidelines which state that 18 treatments – including homeopathy and herbal treatments – which together cost taxpayers £141 million a year should generally not be prescribed.

Don't put off having a flu vaccination – it's free because you need it. Flu is a highly infectious disease that occurs every winter and can sometimes lead to serious illness.

A new Stop Smoking London Helpline service, funded and supported by 30 London boroughs, has been launched.

Healthwatch Lambeth invites you to their Annual General Meeting on 10 October

Staff at NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group are joining more than 100 organisations across London to host a wide range of activities and events that promote health and wellbeing during Healthy Living Week.

For the third year, NHS staff, council and public service workers, volunteers and carers who have made outstanding contributions to health and social care in Lambeth were celebrated at the Lammy Awards.

Pharmacy opening times in Lambeth Monday August 28

The NHS Lambeth CCG Annual General meeting (AGM) will take place on the afternoon of Wednesday 6 September 2017 at the Kia Oval, London, SE11 5SS. As part of our AGM we will be holding our third Lammy Awards ceremony.

Our Healthier South East London is recruiting voluntary patient and public voices to the south east London Cancer Alliance.

Hepatitis C is the most prevalent form of the illness with an estimated 160,000 chronic cases in the UK alone, while chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C account for a combined 1.4 million deaths worldwide every year.

Today, Friday 21 July 2017, NHS England has released the Clinical Commissioning Group's headline assessment rating for 2016/17. The final headline rating for 2016/17 for NHS Lambeth CCG is Good.

Over the weekend NHS Lambeth CCG staff joined Lambeth Council, GSTT, SlaM, Healthwatch and Lambeth PPG Network colleagues to promote a Health and Wellbeing Trail.

Thrive London: improving Londoner's mental health and wellbeing. Join the citywide movement to improve the mental health and wellbeing of all Londoners.

Be Clear On Cancer – Respiratory Symptoms If you have a persistent cough lasting over three weeks or experience breathlessness when completing everyday tasks you may be exhibiting the early signs of lung disease, including cancer.

GP online services is a quick, easy and a secure way to book GP appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view parts of your GP health record, including information about medication, allergies, vaccinations, previous illnesses and test results.

We are experiencing very hot weather in London at present. Most of us welcome this, but when it is too hot for too long there can be health risks.

Healthcare professionals and employers in Lambeth are urged to consider how they can improve the lives of people with a learning disability during Learning Disability Week.

Your invitation to our healthier Lambeth event 22 June, 4.30-7.30 pm at the Karibu Education Centre, Gresham Road. We want as many of people as possible to come along, hear our thinking and discuss what this will mean for services in Lambeth.

This year Carers Week is reminding everyone of the tireless dedication of carers and the positive impact of their thankless work. Lambeth GPs are encouraging locals to spare a thought for carers in the community.

Bank holiday, Monday 29 May, pharmacies open in Lambeth

NHS Lambeth CCG has won a prestigious HSJ Value Award on 24 May for Improving the value of Primary Care Services.

Information folowwing the cyber attack on Friday 12 May 2017.

The Alzheimer's Society's Dementia Awareness Week takes place this year between 14 – 20 May with the aim of spreading the charity's core philosophy that life doesn't end where dementia begins.

The charter, supported by the food charity Sustain, aims to reduce the amount of sugar consumed and promote the consumption of healthier food in outlets under the council’s control.

We're supporting Mental Health Awareness week from 8 – 12 May 2017 by encouraging Lambeth residents to look after their mental health, and to build resilience to cope with the demands of life.

This event has been postponed - visit this page soon for new the rescheduled event information

The pharmacies below will be open as shown this Easter.

Residents in Lambeth are reminded about the range of health services available on Good Friday the 14th April and Easter Monday the 17th April.

We are supporting the Parkinson's Uk campaign to increase research into the illness affecting approximately 127,000 people in the UK – that’s one in every 500 people.

NHS Lambeth CCG is seeking the views of local people on proposals to make some changes to prescribing guidance around over-the-counter medicines, malaria prevention medicines for travel and selected travel vaccinations.

The NHS Walk-in Centre in Gracefield Gardens, Streatham, closes at the end of March, but additional GP appointments are available in Lambeth.

Following a selection process involving a variety of stakeholders, chairs for two of the three Local Care Networks (LCNs) in the borough have been appointed.

Members of the public turned out to the latest NHS Lambeth CCG Governing Body meeting in public to hear and discuss a packed agenda.

A booklet about primary care health services has been produced for Portuguese speakers in Lambeth.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has endorsed the South East London Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) as the right direction for health services in the area.

Professor John Moxham, Director of Clinical Strategy for King's Health Partners, has stepped down from his role as a co-opted member of NHS Lambeth CCG's Governing Body.

Following extensive consultation, NHS Lambeth CCG has decided to close the NHS Walk in Centre in Streatham at the end of March 2017.

Professor John Moxham, Director of Clinical Strategy for King's Health Partners, steps down from the CCG Governing Body.

Members of the public are welcome to attend the Lambeth Primary Care Joint Committee on 8 February, 6-8.30pm.

Treat symptoms of winter ailments as soon as they appear.

The One You campaign is all about encouraging people to think about lifestyle choices and empowering individuals to take charge of their own healthcare.

NHS Lambeth CCG’s DataNet has been shortlisted in the Health Service Journal Value in Healthcare Awards.

NHS Lambeth CCG has appointed KPMG as its external auditors from 1 April 2017.

A new service has been developed for GPs to fast track patients for thorough checks if cancer is suspected but symptoms require further investigation.

Older patients registered at Lambeth Walk Group Practice enjoyed a Christmas party earlier this week.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has a new online and mobile app to help Lambeth residents find the most appropriate treatment or health service provider - depending on what's wrong, where they're located and the time of day.

Find out more about our Walk in Centre review by coming along to Gracefield Gardens Health Centre in Streatham on Monday (19 December).

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is urging local people to prepare now for the Christmas and New Year festive season and stock up on medicines.

A new asthma toolkit has been launched in Lambeth to support health professionals, schools, parents and care to provide the best care for children and young people with the condition in London.

A committee set up to make decisions about commissioning in south east London will decide whether a public consultation should begin on plans for improving orthopaedic care.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is reviewing GP appointments across the borough and wants to hear your views.

Join in workshops in November and December to explore the possibilities for change in the way mental health is supported in Lambeth over the next five to 10 years.

We have been recognised for our dedication to our employees by the London Healthy Workplace Charter.

The Brixton Reel Film Festival is an annual event dedicated to working with diverse local communities. It shows the best new films and arts, and along the way explore positive images of mental well-being and self empowerment.​

GPs across Lambeth are calling on local residents to become ‘Antibiotic Guardians’ and think before asking their GP for antibiotics to treat common conditions like coughs and colds.

Tell us how it went and enter our £50 shop voucher prize.

We are​ working with local GPs to increase the uptake of annual health checks by people with learning disabilities.

Residents in Lambeth have told us that they want to be more involved in their health and that the health and care system needs to work better to support them.

Fab Change Day: NHS organisations across the country are supporting the biggest day of collective action for improvement in the history of the NHS.

The next Lambeth Primary Care Joint Committee takes place at Deptford Library from 6pm to 8.30pm on Thursday 20 October 2016.

The Local Care Record has won the ‘Best use of IT to support integrated healthcare services’ category.

We are supporting this year’s World Mental Health Day. The theme, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is psychological first aid and the support people can provide to those in distress.

Lambeth patients, residents and community groups are invited to a discussion about how we develop primary care (GP) services in Lambeth.

Our primary care development programme received a very positive evaluation in a report which emphasised the programme’s significant outcomes.

We are launching a new campaign to reduce medicines waste across the borough and encourage residents to think twice before ordering repeat prescriptions.

NHS staff, council workers, volunteers and carers who have made outstanding contributions to health and social care in Lambeth had their chance to shine at the second annual Lammy Awards.

A development programme for GP 'emerging leaders' in Lambeth and Southwark has made a significant impact on the creation of GP federations and the local transformation of primary care.

A board chair and trustees are required.

Do you know someone who provides exceptional health and care support and services? If so, we want you to nominate them for a special award. It could be a GP, a nurse, a team, unpaid carer or volunteer.

NHS commissioners in Lambeth and Southwark joined with Healthwatch colleagues for a joint event to discuss how to improve the quality of support for people going home from hospital.

We are delighted to share with you the news that NHS Lambeth CCG has been rated as good in the NHS England annual assurance process.

Being aware and prepared can you stay cool and safe during hot weather. Find out more.

Healthwatch Lambeth are hosting a "Promoting Black health and wellbeing in Lambeth" event on Saturday 21 May.

Everyone is invited to attend the next meeting of Lambeth Health and Wellbeing Board on 6 July.

Members of the public are welcome to attend the next meeting of NHS Lambeth CCG Governing Body on Wednesday 6 July.

Primary care services, and particularly local GP practices, are the first point of contact in the healthcare system for most local people. Come along to our meeting to find out more about services in Lambeth.

This week is Patient Participation Awareness Week (6-11 June) and NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is celebrating the support it gets from patients to help shape services.

As part of Carers Week (6-12 June), Carers Hub Lambeth is hosting a forum for carers on 9 June.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and GPs in Lambeth are encouraging people concerned about their mental health to seek support.

A charity funded by NHS Lambeth CCG and Lambeth Council to provide mental health services for people in the borough has won a national award.

NHS Lambeth CCG is marking International Nurses Day by celebrating the strides taken to help develop nursing in Lambeth.

The Our Healthier South East London newsletter is out, with the latest news on the five-year strategy to improve health and care services across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.

Finding health advice and treatment shouldn't cloud your bank holiday weekend. People in Lambeth can use Health Help Now, the app and website to help find suitable treatment and advice.

Lambeth Council is keen to hear public views on how to make the best use of the money it spends on Public Health.

Come along and have your say on local health matters at three events taking place in the next couple of weeks.

The NHS is working hard to ensure that as few patients as possible are affected by the industrial action planned for Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 April 2016, but some services will need to change. Find out more.

The head of NHS England today announced a multi-billion pound plan designed to support general practice, improve patient care and access, and invest in new ways of providing primary care.

Do you get help from health professionals for feeling anxious, feeling stressed or feeling low? The CQC would like to hear from you.

At the meeting on Thursday 28 April, the focus of the discussion will be the development of the new Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) for south-east London.

The King’s College Alzheimer’s Research UK network will be holding an open day for the public on Friday 3 June

NHS Lambeth CCG can today announce that North and East London Commissioning Support Unit (NEL CSU) has been named as the preferred bidder to provide IT services for the borough's GP practices as well as staff working for the CCG.

The British Medical Association (BMA) has confirmed that its junior doctor members will take industrial action tomorrow (6 April) for 48 hours. Find out what actions patients should take if they become ill.

Come along to our Primary Care Joint Committee​ meeting on 28 April and hear about how GP services are managed in Lambeth.

The NHS in Lambeth recently joined with Lambeth Council to promote the benefits recruiting apprentices to the primary care workforce.

Finding health advice and treatment doesn't mean hunting high and low this Easter. People in Lambeth can use Health Help Now, the app and website to help find suitable treatment and advice when they need health help.

Lambeth is among a number of areas across London which have been announced in the first wave roll out of the world's first nationwide Diabetes Prevention Programme.

The meeting of the Lambeth PCJC on 17 March has been cancelled.

Older people in Lambeth are feeling happier thanks to some lively drumming.

Advice for patients during industrial action.

The current NHS Be Clear on Cancer campaign encourages people to go to their doctor if they notice blood in their pee, even if they only see it once. Find out more.

Members of the public are invited to have their say and find out more about what is going on locally to support people with mental health issues on 7 March.

Lambeth Community Education Provider Network are hosting an event to showcase the benefits of small to medium sized primary care providers recruiting an apprentice to their workforce.

NHS organisations in Lambeth and Southwark have joined forces to improve patient care by sharing electronic patient records through a new secure system.

Find out more about how the industrial action planned for 10 February could affect NHS services in Lambeth.

Come along to our Primary Care Joint Committee​ meeting this week and hear about how GP services are managed in the boroughs of Lambeth, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lewisham and Southwark.

Come along to the next meeting of the Lambeth Health and Wellbeing Board which takes place on Wednesday 10 February from 6pm-8pm. It is a public meeting, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Residents from Vassall and Coldharbour wards in Brixton are benefitting from an injection of community spirit this winter after 13 local individuals and groups were awarded grants from the Health and Wellbeing Fund.

​Waiting in those never-ending queues at A&E could be a thing of the past, thanks to a new health app recently launched across south east London.

Interested in local GP services? Come along to the Primary Care Joint Committee to find out more about how GP services are planned and contracted in south east London.

Member practices have recently been voting for the South West Locality representative vacancy on the Governing Body. Practices have elected Dr Martin Godfrey.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) wants your views on its plans for buying health services in the borough for 2016/17.

We're urging residents to keep warm and well as winter sets in and to check on older relatives and neighbours to ensure that they are safe and well.

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) has achieved a 'good' overall rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with some services rated as 'outstanding'.

A new campaign that highlights the high levels of sugar found in children's everyday foods and drinks has been launched to encourage parents to get "Sugar Smart" and take control of their children's sugar intake.

The Primary Care Joint Committees of the six Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) in south east London including NHS Lambeth CCG will meet in public on 11 February.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has launched a new mobile and online service to help people in Lambeth understand where they should go for treatment, especially when they need health care in a hurry or late at night or at the weekend.

Advice to patients during the industrial action: 12, 26, 27 January and 10 February 2016.

Cutting the amount of alcohol you consume is a good start and a whole month off alcohol is really good for your health. It boosts your energy levels and improves your sleep, but it also gives you a sense of achievement and can save you money too.

Help is at hand for people in the borough who want to give up smoking, cut back on their alcohol consumption, eat healthy foods and live a more active life.

A 24-hour mental health telephone support line has been launched to to help people who are experiencing mental distress. The line is for patients, carers and anyone who needs advice, help and assistance.

This winter, pharmacies should be your first port of call unless you are really very unwell. Find out the Christmas opening hours here.

This week, all of London's 32 CCGs and 33 borough councils, the Mayor of London, NHS England and Public Health England signed the London Health and Care Collaborative Agreement to pave the way for a new vision of healthcare in the capital.

While you're stocking up for Christmas, think about your medicine cabinet and the essentials you need to look after yourself and your family if you get poorly.

The next meeting in public of Lambeth's Primary Care Joint Committee will be held on 10 December from 6-8.30pm at Deptford Lounge, Deptford Library, 9 Giffin Street, London SE8 4RJ.

Tuesday December 01 is World AIDS Day, where people worldwide unite to fight against HIV.

As you may be aware, the industrial action by junior doctors which was planned for today (Tuesday 1 December) has been cancelled.

Chancellor George Osbourne​, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt, and NHS England Chief Executive Simon Stevens visited Streatham High GP Practice this morning to announce a cash injection for the NHS.

GPs in Lambeth are asking local people to think twice before asking their GPs for antibiotics, particularly over the winter period.

Movember, the month formerly known as ‘November’, has launched its 2015 campaign encouraging men (and women) to sign up and grow a ‘mo’ or commit to MOVE, to raise awareness and funds for men’s health.

Pharmacists across Lambeth are reminding residents about the range of services available in local pharmacies during Ask Your Pharmacist Week this November.

Winter is on its way and it's time to think about flu, how to avoid it, and how to look after yourself if you get it.

Around one in four people will experience some kind of mental health problem in their lifetime, and yet the condition is still something that many people don’t understand or want to talk about. Find out more about help on offer.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group is using Breast Cancer Awareness Month to dispel myths and encourage more people to be breast aware.

Important news on the CCG's response to the coverage in today's national newspapers and radio and TV news, and in Pulse yesterday, of the story about GP referral incentives.

More detail on ideas for improving health services in south east London has been released, and the public are being invited to give their views.

Smoking is still the single largest preventable cause of poor health and an early death in Lambeth. But free help is available to anyone who wants to quit.

Healthwatch Lambeth's AGM is taking place this Wednesday (23 September). ​The AGM will be held at the Governor's Hall, St Thomas' Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7EH from 4.30pm to 7pm.

Teenager Corinthia St Peters has been named Unpaid Carer of the Year in the first NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group's Lammy Awards.

Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspectors are inspecting services at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and are keen to hear the views of patients.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group’s second Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday afternoon next week at the Imperial War Museum.

Around 26,000 calls are made to NHS 111 in south east London every month. And if you've used it, NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) wants to know what you think of the service.

Primary Care Joint Committees are committees of the local CCG Governing Body and NHS England who have formally agreed to commission local general practice services under section 83 of the NHS Act.

August bank holiday weekend is fast approaching and as many look forward to spending time with friends and family, local people are reminded to plan ahead making sure they have enough medicines and use NHS services wisely over the long weekend.

August bank holiday weekend is fast approaching and as many look forward to spending time with friends and family, local people are reminded to plan ahead making sure they have enough medicines and use NHS services wisely over the long weekend.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Lay Member to play an important part in the development of the CCG.

Healthwatch Lambeth recently held a seminar to find out what people think about transformations to primary care services (dental, GPs and community pharmacists).

The Lammy Awards are NHS Lambeth CCG’s health and care awards to recognise people who go the extra mile to provide exceptional health and care support and services.

World Breastfeeding Week 2015 (1-7 August) is once again supporting and empowering women to breastfeed. Whether women are working in the formal, non-formal or home setting – the week is all about women's right to breastfeed anywhere and everywhere. ​

CCGs and NHS England recognise the importance of high quality, safe and accessible primary care services and are committed to working together to secure them locally.

The final school bell will ring later this month, signalling the start of the summer holidays for many families. Parents anxious at the prospect of keeping their little ones active and entertained for six weeks will love Change4Life's 10 Minute Shake Up!

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in England with around 41,200 women diagnosed each year. Locally in Lambeth around 140 people are diagnosed with breast cancer every year.

NHS organisations and the Council work together to promote health and wellbeing in Lambeth through the Lambeth health and Wellbeing Strategy. The Council and partners are holding an event on 25 June to refresh the Strategy.

Diabetes can sometimes feel like an uphill battle – but with the right help, information and care you can still get the most out of life. This year national Diabetes Week runs from 15 June and reminds people with diabetes that they are not alone.

A Care Quality Commission (CQC) report out today (12 June) holds Lambeth’s mental health service up as an example of how to support people experiencing a mental health crisis.

As the beautiful warm weather rolls on in London this month, GPs in Lambeth are encouraging local people to take care as temperatures rise. Reminding residents to think about whether A&E is the right place for them if they do become ill.

Catherine Flynn interviews Catherine McLoughlin, Joint Chair, Lambeth PPG Network for PPG Awareness Week, June 2015. ​

The major challenges facing health and social care in south east London have been outlined in an Issues Paper released by the area’s health commissioners.

Primary care services, and particularly local GP surgeries, are most often the first point of contact in the healthcare system for local residents.

PPG Awareness Week aims to promote the role and benefits of patient groups in GP practices to patients, the public and health professionals.

GPs in Lambeth are encouraging people to find out how they can get involved in improving local health services during patient participation awareness week which runs between June 1 and June 6.

Hear what Healthwatch Lambeth, NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group and the Lambeth Patient Participation Group Network, have done to improve primary care services (GP, dentist, pharmacy)

Lambeth CCG’s new campaign ‘It’s okay to ask about medicines’ launches on 18 May in a bid to tackle unnecessary medicine waste.

A new support group for people with respiratory problems is opening in Streatham.

GPs in Lambeth are supporting Mental Health Awareness Week this month which runs from Monday 11 May to Sunday 17 May.

The Care Quality Commission has found the quality of care provided by Streatham High Surgery in Gracefield Gardens, Streatham, London to be Outstanding following an inspection carried out in November.

Patients, carers and their families are invited to have their say on what they would like to see from the health and care workforce in Southwark and Lambeth.

We are holding an event on 23 April to share with Lambeth people our draft equalities objectives from 2015. Patients, carers, patient groups, voluntary and community organisations, local residents and stakeholders are all welcome.

May bank holiday weekend is so close and as many prepare to tackle the garden and dabble in DIY, local people are reminded that A&E is for life-threatening illnesses only and that alternative health services are available locally.

Easter is just around the corner and Lambeth CCG is reminding local people to think carefully before visiting their local A&E department over the four day weekend.

Lambeth residents will see better access to GP care with the help of a £3.4m investment by the Prime Minister’s Challenge Fund.

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and GPs in Lambeth CCG are reminding local men and women to ensure they take part in regular screening.

From 13 April 2015, the Care Quality Commission will be inspecting King’s College Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Lambeth council is proposing significant changes to the way cultural services in Lambeth are provided.

NHS England has launched a consultation on draft revised guidance for NHS Continuing Healthcare Redress.

The programme, led by the CCGs in Lambeth and Southwark, aimed to identify and develop new leaders within primary care. Their objective would be to bring about changes that would improve GP services for local residents.

Taking just 10 minutes each day to make tiny changes to your lifestyle can lower your risk of conditions such as heart attack and stroke.

Do you know the symptoms of stomach cancer and cancer of the oesophagus? The new oesophago-gastric campaign is part of Public Health England’s wider ‘Be Clear on Cancer’ campaign. Find out more.

It's National Obesity Awareness Week 2015. Can you consider making small lifestyle changes to address or help prevent obesity. Find out more.

Parents can find tips on how to help their family cut back on sugar throughout the day with the Change4Life Sugar Swaps campaign.

Feel better, lose weight and save money by taking part in Dry January from Thursday 1 January 2015 and having a month-long break from alcohol.

For most, Christmas is a time for snuggling up on the sofa, relaxing at home and spending time with friends and family.

From Monday 19 January 2015 the King's hospital Denmark Hill site is going completely smoke-free. Smoking within the hospital grounds will not be permitted for patients or visitors.

Lambeth men to ‘Be Brave, Don’t Shave’ and help beat bowel cancer with Decembeard, the national campaign calling on men to lay down their razors and grow a beard.

Local residents can show their support for World AIDS Day on Monday 1 December 2014 by getting tested for HIV and by wearing a red ribbon.

Come along and attend some interactive workshops on the future of health and care services in south east London.

Lambeth multi-agency Strategic Breastfeeding Group won the All Parliamentary Group on Maternity (APGM) Award on 5 November 2014 for most effective multi-agency team.

Keeping warm over the winter months can help prevent colds, flu or more serious health problems like pneumonia; this is particularly true for older people.

NHS Lambeth CCG is celebrating after being highly commended in the prestigious HSJ CCG of the year award.

Self care week runs from 17 to 23 November 2014 and promotes the importance of being prepared this winter when seasonal illnesses are more frequent.

European Antibiotic Awareness Day is held on 18 November 2014. It's a Europe-wide public health campaign which encourages responsible use of antibiotics. Are you antibiotic aware?​

Yellow men launch this year's winter 'Don't just go to A&E' campaign in Lambeth and south east London.

Read the latest Ebola information from NHS England and Public Health England.

Movember - the worldwide moustache growing phenomena with comic appeal – returns this month with a serious message for men’s health.

NHS Lambeth CCG has been shortlisted as the ‘CCG of the Year’ 2014 in the national Health Service Journal’s (HSJ) Awards, contending with five other CCGs.

Lambeth Health and Wellbeing Board meeting will be held on Wednesday 22 October 2014 from 6pm to 8pm at Lambeth Town Hall. An informal workshop will also be held from 5pm to 6pm to discuss public health issues in Lambeth and priorities.

On Friday 10 October from 6pm to 9pm, Chuka Umunna MP will be helping the Lambeth Black Health and Wellbeing Commission to launch their report on improving the prevention and treatment of mental ill health.

The charity Breast Cancer Campaign is asking people to help raise awareness of breast cancer as well as funds for life-saving research as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Stoptober challenge returns in October. The 28-day stop smoking challenge saw nearly a quarter of a million people in England and Wales sign up to Stoptober last year, pledging to stop smoking for 28 days.

Clinical leaders were in the limelight at our first AGM held on 24 September 2014.

It’s Sexual Health Awareness Week from 15 to 21 September, and this year we’re talking about emergency contraception.

10 September 2014 is International Suicide Prevention Day. Globally, suicide is the tenth leading cause of death. In England and Wales, suicide is the leading cause of death for 20-34 year olds, and the leading cause of death in men aged 20-49.

As the beautiful warm weather rolls on in London this month, it’s important to remember that the change in temperature can cause health risks.

Lambeth has been announced as one of two boroughs in London to be awarded £500k by the Greater London Authority (GLA) as part of the Flagship Food Borough initiative.

NHS Lambeth CCG is raising awareness of sickle cell and thalassaemia as part of the national campaign. Sickle cell and thalassaemia are inherited blood disorders which affect your red blood cells.

As part of World Hepatitis Day NHS Lambeth CCG is encouraging people to Think Again about viral hepatitis. Viral hepatitis kills as many people as HIV/AIDS worldwide. However, it is preventable and treatable.

Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot for too long there are health risks. There are lots of ways to make sure you are protected but it's important to look out for the people who are most vulnerable.

On a rainy day in June, NHS Lambeth CCG, Healthwatch and the Patient Participation Group Network held a public meeting to share ideas on how we can improve services in GP practices.

NHS Lambeth CCG along with other local organisations including the National Children's Bureau has been successful in its bid for £36m from the Big Lottery Fund to improve the health of children in Lambeth.

NHS Lambeth CCG is raising awareness as part of Carers Week in June. This year the campaign is about 'Carers Quest' – the greatest new drive to reach out to carers in the UK.

During Falls Awareness Week (16 – 22 June), NHS Lambeth CCG is raising awareness of what you can do to prevent a fall, and what you should do if one happens.

This week the NHS across the country is raising awareness of PPGs. All GP practices should have a group and it’s a chance for you to work with your surgery to deal with issues that affect you and other people in your area.

Diabetes can feel like an uphill battle - but with the right help, information and care you can still get the most out of life.

This year's theme for mental health awareness week (12-18 May) is anxiety, one of the leading causes of mental ill-health in the world. The number of cases of anxiety is growing in the UK, with 8.2 million people diagnosed in 2010.

Each year 'remember the person' is the recurring theme for the awareness week. Dementia can affect thinking, communicating and doing everyday tasks. But with the right support it's possible for someone with dementia to get the very best out of life.

Most people find it hard to talk about death - but during Dying Matters Awareness Week we're being challenged to speak openly about dying, death and bereavement. We're encouraging everyone to take steps to make their end of life experience better.

A diabetes programme in Lambeth and Southwark has been recognised for its work to improve diabetes care. A London Assembly report commends the CCGs for prioritising diabetes locally and for working together to achieve greater change.​

One year ago, local GPs and nurses took over the commissioning of NHS services in Lambeth. To mark our first anniversary we wanted to share some of our key achievements over the past year.

In England, bowel cancer is the third most common type of cancer. Screening plays an important part in the fight against bowel cancer because the earlier the cancer is diagnosed, the greater the chance it can be cured completely.

We are encouraging local people to think about lung cancer as part of the national Be Clear on Cancer campaign running throughout March. Lung cancer is England’s biggest cancer killer claiming around 28,100 lives every year.

NHS Lambeth CCG is celebrating NHS Change Day on Monday 3 March 2014. Our pledge as a CCG is to use easy to understand language in everything we write.

Wednesday 12 March marks No Smoking Day and is the perfect opportunity for smokers across Lambeth to set their goal and quit smoking. Remember – it’s never too late and support is available.

This month across England we are talking about breast cancer and women over 70. In England, around 5,400 women aged 70 and over die from breast cancer each year – so never assume that you’re past it.

During February the 'Not always A&E' campaign continues in south east London. You will have seen posters on buses, bus stops and billboards. Have you read the leaflet explaining the alternative services available?

NHS Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth and Southwark CCGs have produced an information guide for parents and carers of children under 5 to help them understand more about the common childhood illnesses and what to do if their child is ill.

The work of Lambeth GPs to find out what people think is important when it comes to local health services is recognised last night in a publication launched by the Rt Hon Stephen Dorrell, MP and Chair of the Parliamentary Health Select Committee.

Anyone passing through the centre of Brixton on Monday 16 December will notice a family of seven-foot tall 'Yellow Men' with various ailments.

The NHS has today issued a call for 100,000 people to sign a pledge saying they will look in on an elderly friend or neighbour this winter.

NHS Lambeth CCG support self care week which is a great opportunity to think about how to we can better look after ourselves.

Unfortunately no amount of antibiotics will cure your cold, and there are good reasons not to take them unless necessary.

We're well into the season for coughs and colds, but don't forget the wealth of advice available at your local pharmacist.

Our Chair, Dr Adrian McLachlan offers some advice for staying healthy as the weather gets colder

Your local pharmacy is a source of advice and information for a range health conditions. Find out how they can help.

We have been reviewing these services which includes MCATTS, physiotherapy and osteopathy to ensure all Lambeth residents can access when needed.

Are you clear on cancer? Do you know what the symptoms of bladder and kidney cancer are?

You've been telling us what you think about Lambeth health services - now come and find out what we've heard.

As the flu season approaches, if you're eligible for the free flu jab contact your GP to get protected.

It has been confirmed today that the dissolution of the South London Healthcare NHS Trust (SLHT) and the organisational changes that follow this will go ahead as planned.

An innovative therapy is being offered to children with disabilities using magic tricks to improve mobility

Lambeth GPs re-elect CCG chair in Governing Body elections.

The debate is live! Following our launch on Friday 12 July we want to hear the ideas and experiences of Lambeth people.

We have published a new Prospectus to help you to get to know more about the CCG, our plans and how you can share your views on the health services we commission.

If the recent publicity following Angelina Jolie’s diagnosis of a BRCA gene fault has raised concerns about the risks to you, then support is available locally from the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Service at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust.

The measles epidemic in south Wales is a reminder of the importance of protecting your children with the MMR jab.

1 April 2013 marks the beginning of a new era in the NHS as the new clinically led Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) take their place as local commissioners of healthcare services.

The national CCG 360 survey was conducted between March and April 2014, and is a key part of ensuring the NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group has strong relationships in place in order to be a successful commissioner.

NHS Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group is urging people in the borough to support the NHS bid for a Number 1 Christmas single.

We want your views on our plans for buying health services in the borough for 2016/17. Fill in our survey or come along to our event.

The Department of Health are developing a new strategy to support carers. To help develop the strategy, DH want to hear from carers, those who have someone care for them, business, social workers, NHS staff and other professionals that support carers.