Rose retired this year after 49 years of service at @LNWH_NHS. Previously an Olympic sprinter, known as the fastest woman in Africa, Rose jointly received the Lifetime Achievement Award at today's #NHSParlyAwards.
Congratulations Rose, and to all the winners and nominees 💙
Following an incident outside Central Middlesex Hospital, the front of the hospital is closed and diversions are in place. All services are open as usual. Please follow the signs and leave extra time for your journey.
Meet @LNWH_NHS Opthalmologist Christiana, who has helped develop the first ever NICE guidance for diabetic retinopathy.
Diabetic retinopathy, where blood vessels in the film that lines the back of the eye are damaged, is one of the most common complications of diabetes.
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If you’re pregnant and worried about you or your baby, our maternity services are still here for you over the bank holiday. Call us: don’t put it off
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If you’re at Notting Hill Carnival over the bank holiday weekend, we hope you have a great time. But please look after yourself, and only call 999 in a life-threatening emergency.
Expect longer than usual waits. You’ll be seen quicker elsewhere: https://t.co/tIhsTv9VJD
It's #NottingHillCarnival this weekend, we hope you have a great time. But don’t forget about our NHS colleagues who are working hard to care for Londoners. #NHC2024
Remember to eat before drinking and plan the journey home. https://t.co/kebLzGzxXX
From today, some GP services will be affected due to collective action.
GP practices will still be open, and you should be able to book appointments.
Your GP practice should inform you of any changes to services.
If you’re using our car parks, remember that our staff will never ask you for your payment details.
If you’re approached by someone claiming to be a security guard or a car park staff member, feel free to ask them for their identification.
We're expecting some hot weather today. Stay hydrated and apply sun protection regulary
If you feel unwell with a high temperature, it might be a sign of heat exhaustion or heatstroke. https://t.co/nY73SpobTC
An NHS nurse once described as the 'fastest woman in Africa' recently retired after nearly 50 years of service.
Rose, who represented Ghana at the #Olympics, joined the NHS after competing for her country and spent her whole nursing career at @LNWH_NHS.
Thank you Rose.💙
🩸 Blood shortage Amber alert 🩸 The @NHS urgently needs O type blood. There are over 12000 appointments available over the next 2 weeks that we need your help to fill.
If you are an O type donor call 0300 123 23 23 to make an appointment or visit https://t.co/M9MoIoujIC
While the sun’s still out, stay hydrated and look out for the signs of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
Call NHS 111 if you need help but you’re not sure where to go, or call 999 if someone’s life is in danger.
https://t.co/fqNskeUkND
The NHS is aware of a global IT outage and an issue with a GP appointment and patient record system.
If you have an appointment please do attend unless you are told otherwise. If you need help use 111 online or by phone and in an emergency call 999.
➡️https://t.co/M4QxHP2GqM
Skin tone card helps healthcare professionals at @LNWH_NHS's Ealing Hospital to spot the early warning signs of pressure ulcers and other skin damage among Black and Asian patients.
@Pippanightinga4
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We're changing our online appointment letter service to DrDoctor, the same platform we use for video appointments.
With DrDoctor, you can:
Easily view and download your
letters and manage your appointments.
For more information, visit: https://t.co/224nU2AsLl
Happy birthday NHS!
Today marks 76 years of the NHS. A big thank you to all our incredible staff and volunteers that make up #TeamLNWH.
Your hard work and dedication make a difference every day, in hospital and the community. #NHS76