News and reports

During the Coronavirus pandemic) care homes had to work incredibly hard to continue to provide a safe and supportive environment to their residents during unprecedented conditions.

A local health and social care charity is concerned that national NHS guidance being used by hospitals may be adding to the COVID-19 pandemic in local social care settings.

If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

NHS chief executive, Sir Simon Stevens warned that delays in getting treatment due to coronavirus fears pose a long term risk to people’s health.

City Gates is keen to support the local community during this period of extreme need. Over the past few weeks they have given help to their members who are in need by providing them with food packages and other essential items.

Redbridge CVS is working with Redbridge Council for Voluntary Service (RCVS) and wanted to let you know about support available from Volunteer Centre Redbridge

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals are continuing to make changes and adapt measures to keep patients and staff safe as they deal deal with the coronavirus (Covid-19) situation.

Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

NHS England has asked all pharmacies to open this coming Good Friday and Easter Monday to deal with patients requiring medication to help the fight against coronavirus.

Public Health England has published new guidance to ensure funerals are conducted safely, consistent with social distancing principles.

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

Healthwatch England want to understand more about what Black and Asian people think about the COVID-19 vaccine and why. This is an exploratory exercise with no end goal, apart from understanding what is driving people’s opinions.