You Are Not Alone: Transforming Health and Community

This event offers you the opportunity to engage directly with the renowned Dr James Bevan, [BMBS BSc MPhil DTMH FHEA; Public Health Speciality Registrar – City of Westminster | Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea; Academic Clinical Fellow – London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; Senior Teaching Fellow of Planetary Health – University of Southampton]

This dynamic session is designed to provide valuable insights and foster meaningful discussions on critical topics like healthcare access and combating loneliness in our community. Here’s a glimpse of the agenda:

Part 1: Empowering You to Navigate Healthcare Resources

• 111 Overview: What it is, when to use it, and audience Q&A
• Pharmacies: Their capabilities and when to use them
• Refresher on Vaccines: Staying protected and informed
• Q&A: Addressing your questions and concerns

Part 2: Addressing Loneliness and Social Isolation

• Understanding Loneliness vs. Social Isolation: A brief exploration
• Barriers to Helping Those Living in Loneliness: Open discussion
• Collaborating for Solutions: What can the council do to reduce loneliness in our borough?

This event promises to be an enriching experience, with Q&A opportunities woven throughout to ensure an interactive and engaging session. Your voice matters, and this is your chance to contribute to a critical conversation about our community's well-being.Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights and connect with others who share a passion for improving health and addressing loneliness in our borough.

The NHS 111 telephone system is a lifeline for millions in the UK, offering 24/7 access to free, non-emergency medical advice and support. Whether you're unsure about your symptoms, need guidance on care options, or face an urgent health concern, NHS 111 ensures you're never alone. With trained professionals ready to assist, it provides self-care advice, connects you to healthcare providers, and, when necessary, directs you to urgent care or dispatches emergency services. In times of uncertainty or need, NHS 111 stands as a reassuring voice, ensuring timely, compassionate, and effective healthcare for all.

What is the NHS 111 System?

NHS 111 is a free, 24/7 non-emergency medical helpline in the UK designed to provide quick access to healthcare advice and direct patients to appropriate services. Accessible via phone by dialling 111 or online at 111.nhs.uk, the service assists individuals with urgent medical concerns that are not life-threatening.

When contacting NHS 111, callers are asked a series of questions about their symptoms to assess the situation. Depending on the assessment, NHS 111 can:

• Provide self-care advice.
• Connect callers to a nurse, emergency dentist, pharmacist, or GP.
• Direct individuals to urgent care services.
• In serious cases, dispatch an ambulance.

The service aims to alleviate pressure on emergency departments by guiding patients to the most appropriate care setting for their needs. It also plays a role in mental health support, with recent expansions including a 24-hour mental health crisis line accessible through NHS 111.

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