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africadvocacy.bsky.social @africadvocacy.bsky.social · 2d

PrEP changed Edwin Sesange’s life -and it could change yours too.
Protect yourself. Protect your partners.
Get FREE PrEP at your local NHS sexual health clinic. #EndHIV #PrEPWorks #PrEP #AAF @lewisham.gov.uk @lgtnhs.bsky.social

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 3d

At Queen Elizabeth Hospital, we are proud to be Exceptional in our care, our careers, our community, and for our patients.

Find out what makes #TeamLGT a great place to work and grow. Watch our recruitment video zurl.co/mnSGl

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 3d

At Queen Elizabeth Hospital, we’re proud to be Exceptional in our care, our careers, our community, and for our patients.

Find out what makes #TeamLGT a great place to work and grow. Watch our recruitment video.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 11d

It's the LGT Annual General Meeting in just under an hour at 10am – join us virtually on Microsoft Teams using the link below to learn all the latest news and figures from the Trust and get the chance to hear directly from our senior leadership team:

bit.ly/48CRMaX

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 16d

It's #OrganDonationWeek and there's lots happening here at LGT! Informative stalls, great chats, extra training in our ICUs and we've even turned the skies pink at our hospitals - all raising awareness of the benefits of organ donation.

Visit zurl.co/MpOzz to learn more and join the register today.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 23d

Thanks to our local police liaison team and Dr Bike who ran a bike marking and security event in our Wellbeing Garden at University Hospital Lewisham today!

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · 28d

Members of the local police team and our LGT security team will be running a bike marking and registration event on Weds 17 Sep, 12 - 2pm.

Drop by the Wellbeing Garden next to the Riverside Building at University Hospital Lewisham to get it marked and get some tips about theft prevention.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 10

It's Know Your Numbers! Week. Have you been putting off getting your blood pressure checked?

It's never too late to turn things around even if you do have high blood pressure, and the first step to a healthier life is booking a free test with your GP or pharmacy.

#KnowYourNumbersWeek

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 8

8-14 September is Know Your Numbers! Week. Do you know if you have high blood pressure?

If not, don't worry, it's free and easy to find out. Ask your GP, drop by a pharmacy to ask for a test, or you can test at home if you've got a blood pressure monitor.

#KnowYourNumbersWeek

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 6

Good Luck to the 20 fantastic #TeamLGT colleagues who will be taking part in this Sunday’s Big Half and are supporting our Trust Charity!

To sponsor our Team LGT members follow this link: zurl.co/chzfF
#teamlgt #lgtcharity

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 5

We're speeding up access to care for people living with sickle cell disorder. Our Acute Sickle Cell Unit in Lewisham is part of a new wave of centres across England delivering rapid care and treatment for people living with the condition: zurl.co/oDApz

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 5

Awards season is here - for TeamLGT at least! If you've had great care at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich or Lewisham Hospital, please consider nominating one or more of our colleagues for our special Stardust Award.

Stardust nominations - all from the public - can be made here: zurl.co/9XCNP

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Sep 1

Did you know that anyone can be born with sickle cell disorder, but it's most common in people from a Black Caribbean or Black African background?

Giving blood for #SickleCellAwarenessMonth helps patients get closely matched blood.
Register to donate via the NHS Give Blood app or www.blood.co.uk

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Aug 22

Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday.

If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent medical help.

➡️ 111.nhs.uk

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Aug 22

Some local pharmacies may have different opening hours over the bank holiday. To find an open pharmacy near you, visit zurl.co/jdqRz.

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Aug 21

With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.

For more information on how to do this, visit zurl.co/iPCPP.

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Aug 11

We'll have all our fingers and toes crossed for the award announcements on 20 November, but for now all there is to say is a huge congratulations to our colleagues working out in the community – you inspire us all.

#HSJAwards

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Aug 11

It's an honour to announce that we've been shortlisted as Primary and Community Care Provider of the Year for our Adult Community Services in the HSJ Awards 2025!

Our community services, mostly covering Lewisham borough, are a vital support for local patients.

An image showcasing our finalist status as Primary and Community Care Provider of the Year for our Adult Community Services

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 24

You should consider any appointments you have as going ahead as planned, unless you hear otherwise from us.

More info: www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/latest-news/...

Resident doctor strikes, Friday 25 - Wednesday 30 July | News

www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 24

[1/2] From tomorrow (Friday 25) to Wednesday 30 July, resident doctors across the UK will be on strike.

Please be assured that patient care is our top priority and we are still here to offer you the medical help you need during this time.

Don't hesitate to visit us as needed.

Resident doctor strike - You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed, please continue to come forward for the care you need.

Resident doctor strike - If you need medical help, continue to use 111, and in emergencies, please call 999.

Resident doctor strike - GP practices will continue to be open. Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments, unless you are contacted and told otherwise.

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 23

Safari Ward at QEH celebrated summer with a magical Butterfly Party where patients nurtured caterpillars, enjoyed crafts and live music!

Thanks to Old Royal Naval College Education team, Music in Hospitals, Spread a Smile, Hero Self, and QEH Newhaven Hospital School team for organising this event

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 5

It's a great atmosphere and a huge crowd today at #PrideinLondon - we're there and ready to celebrate! It's an honour to once again march on behalf of our LGBTQ+ patients, colleagues and everyone with the courage to be who they want to be and love who they want to love.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 3

Three big shifts will change how the NHS works, enabling it to deliver better care for all patients – no matter where they live.

From hospital to community.

From analogue to digital.

From sickness to prevention.

Read more ➡️ zurl.co/zQMHS

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jul 3

The government have just released their 10 Year Health Plan which will determine the future of healthcare in the UK. Take a look at this video from the Department of Health and Social Care to hear an overview of plans to make the NHS fit for the future: zurl.co/f6GnC

10 Year Health Plan: Making the NHS fit for the future

Our 10 Year Health Plan.We’re making the NHS fit for the future.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dhscgovukFollow us on:X/Twitter: h...

zurl.co

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Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust @lgtnhs.bsky.social · Jun 19

Our teams are doing their bit to raise awareness on #WorldSickleCell Day. Our acute paediatric team and Oxleas community sickle cell services joined forces at Queen Elizabeth Hospital today to educate people about sickle cell and raise funds.

Oxleas Community Adult Sickle Cell Service, Community Children and Young People's Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Service and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Acute Paediatric Team at a cake sale stall on World Sickle Cell Day 2025.