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Five ways health and social care in the UK has changed - and how it might affect you
The coronavirus pandemic has affected health and social care service provision in many ways. Some changes are the result of emergency government legislation, whereas others are due to services having to adapt to staffing and resource shortages.
28 April 2020
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How else can you help during the outbreak?
The most important thing for all of us to do is to scrupulously follow the government's rules on staying at home, to save lives and support frontline workers. But there are other ways to help, too.
9 April 2020
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Dealing with coronavirus as a carer
If you care for someone, coronavirus can make things more complicated and stressful. Here you can find helpful information, advice, and signposting to support all in one place for carers in Southwark.
26 March 2020
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Get information about coronavirus in accessible formats
Download, watch and listen to information about coronavirus in easy read, British Sign Language, autism-friendly and Makaton formats.
25 March 2020
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Get information about coronavirus in different languages
Download information about coronavirus, and what you should do about it, in different languages.
24 March 2020
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Feeling stressed about coronavirus?
An emerging infection or outbreak can make people feel anxious for lots of different reasons, especially when there is so much information out there. Find out more about managing stress, dealing with financial worries, and generally keeping well.
18 March 2020
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What is coronavirus (COVID-19)?
A coronavirus is a type of virus - an infectious germ that can cause disease. COVID-19 is new coronavirus affecting people around the world, including here in Southwark.
17 March 2020
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Help for vulnerable South East London residents to stay warm and healthy 
Charlton Athletic Community Trust, funded by the Greater London Authority, can provide a support package to help vulnerable residents stay warm and healthy during the colder months.
4 December 2019
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Citizens Advice Southwark opening times
Citizens Advice Southwark (CAS) have updated their opening times to include advice session drop-in times for their newly opened office off Walworth Road.
2 December 2019
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Strong bones after 50: Fracture liaison services explained
Royal College of Physicians have produced 'Strong Bones After 50' which is a guide that provides jargon-free information to patients and carers for supporting older people who have broken a bone following a fall.
15 October 2019
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Suicide prevention advice from Mental Health Foundation
The theme for World Mental Health Day is suicide prevention. Mental Health Foundation have written this article, and created a WAIT guidance to help you to support loved ones.
9 October 2019
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Southwark Council shares resources on managing your health in poor air quality
Southwark Council - " Air pollution is a significant environmental problem with short and long-term risks to health. There are several ongoing initiatives across Southwark and London to help tackle this issue, especially with industry and transport..
10 September 2019