Winter pressures on A&Es in London
A&Es across London are under significant pressure, with a high number of flu cases, particularly in the 0-17 age group.
We are sharing the information below on behalf of the NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board. While they don’t want to discourage anyone from getting healthcare if they need it, they do want to make sure that people are using the most appropriate service. They would like people to consider other options, so that urgent and emergency care services can prioritise those with the most serious health needs in this time of winter pressure.
- Flu cases are very high currently. If you think you or your child may have flu, find out what steps to take: flu symptoms in children and young people and flu advice for adults
- It’s not too late to get vaccinated. If you are eligible for a flu jab, contact your GP or book an appointment at your local community pharmacy. Has your child missed their flu vaccination at school? Find catch-up clinics in Islington
- The NHS have made additional evening and weekend GP appointments available throughout winter for adults and children. Find out how to book: evening and weekend appointments
- Information about services available in each of the five North Central London boroughs can be found here:
- Your local pharmacist can provide expert advice and medicines for minor health conditions – and you don’t need an appointment. Find out about the services pharmacies offer: Think Pharmacy First
- NHS Urgent Treatment Centre or walk-in centres can help with urgent, but non-life threatening, injuries or illnesses. This might be sprains and strains, suspected broken bones, injuries, cuts and bruises, stomach pain, vomiting and diarrhoea, skin infections and rashes, or high temperatures.
- Find out how to get the care you need with Your Local Health Team.
