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Coronavirus in Southwark

We have pulled together a wide range of links to reliable information on the local situation, and how to get and give help - which we will keep updating.

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News and views

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New COVID-19 community testing site now open Damilola Taylor Centre in Peckham
From Monday 18 January, a new COVID-19 rapid test site is open at the Damilola Taylor Centre in Peckham to test people who do not have symptoms.
18 January 2021
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FREE online group exercise and discussion course for older adults
This 10-week Walk + Talk course is designed to improve not only physical health through exercise, but also...
5 January 2021
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Listening Books: Offering free audiobooks for Southwark residents
Listening Books is a charity providing an audiobook lending service online and through the post. They are...
22 December 2020
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Latest reports and publications

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Our strategy 2020-22
11 November 2020
Read more here about our plans for the future, how we will better...
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Experiences of health and social care in Southwark during the COVID-19 pandemic
13 July 2020
Read the report from our recent survey to find out about local people...
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Advice and information

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Accessing dental care during COVID-19
NHS General Dental Services are operating at reduced capacity due to social distancing, infection prevention and control requirements in light of the COVID-19 pandemic as set out by the Chief Dental Officer for England and Public Health England.
16 December 2020
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Find out about the flu vaccine and see whether you can have it for free
The flu vaccine is the best protection from the flu virus.
2 December 2020
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How everyone can stay active at home
We all need to stay at home as much as possible to prevent the spread of infection, and some people may be avoiding going out completely. We want you to be able to keep active, whatever your age or ability!
24 November 2020