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Frailty Team pilot reduces hospital attendances by half
The incredible achievements of our Frailty Team were showcased during an event for primary care colleagues in Greenwich.
Read Frailty Team pilot reduces hospital attendances by half…New diagnostic services launched at Queen Mary's Hospital
New diagnostic services are now available at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Sidcup.
Read New diagnostic services launched at Queen Mary's Hospital…New wound care technology piloted in community care
A new wound care app has been introduced as part of a pilot to assist in measuring, recording and managing patient wounds.
Read New wound care technology piloted in community care…Have your say on community-based care plans
The NHS in South East London wants to hear your views on further development of community-based services as alternatives to having to be admitted to hospital.
Read Have your say on community-based care plans…Colleagues come together to drive positive change
Our Oxleas colleagues proudly took part in NHS England’s first regional deliberative event in London, focused on shaping the NHS 10-Year Plan and the Professional Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery through to 2040.
Read Colleagues come together to drive positive change…New early career opportunity at Oxleas
An exciting new apprentice role has been created at Oxleas offering the opportunity to get onto a career path within the NHS.
Read New early career opportunity at Oxleas…Celebrating World Mental Health Day with Shanice Enoe
World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October. It's a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritise and invest in it.
Read Celebrating World Mental Health Day with Shanice Enoe…New mental health ward opened at Oxleas House
We’re delighted to announce the opening of Shrewsbury Ward, our new 16-bed mixed-sex mental health ward based at Oxleas House in Greenwich.
Read New mental health ward opened at Oxleas House…
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Our media team is responsible for:
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