Advice and Information

Dr Paraskevopoulou, a consultant in medical virology from University College London answered questions from Healthwatch members about the upcoming flu season and flu vaccinations

A consultant in medical virology from University College London spoke to us about the upcoming flu season and debunked some common misconceptions about flu vaccinations.

Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support, and how you can help stop the spread

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

Data specialists from University College London Hospital spoke to us about ways we can keep safe online. We also learned how our health data is shared.

Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

Researchers from University College London Hospital with expertise in obesity, diet and nutrition, and exercise and physical activity spoke to us about actions we can all take to stay healthy during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dr Peter Wilson, consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), spoke to us about ways to minimise the chances of transmission of coronavirus at home.

If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic

We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.

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.

There are organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. During the current pandemic some of these services may be offered in different ways because we need to observe social distancing.