News and reports

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The aim of this campaign is to raise awareness about the disease and increase support from health services to both patients and survivors. Find out more below.

Movember is a month-long movement throughout November that raises awareness of men‘s health issues, specifically mental health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Flu is a virus that changes slightly every year. That’s why it’s important to get the flu vaccine annually to stay protected from the latest strains. Read further for more information.

Industrial action by resident doctors is planned for this week from 7am on Friday 14 November to 7am on Wednesday 19 November.

Every year, October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year‘s theme highlights the range of unique stories behind a breast cancer diagnosis. Find out more below.

Newborn babies will now be routinely screened and treated earlier on the NHS for a rare, life-threatening metabolic disorder, which can result in the need for a liver transplant.

NHS North West London is currently exploring ways to improve local specialist services for children and young people with learning disability and mental health needs. Find out more.

Find out which local dental practices in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea are currently accepting new NHS patients in October 2025.

Community Living Well – Talking Therapies organised an interactive and deeply engaging community menopause health event at the Venture Community Association. This consisted of expert speakers sharing insights and activities for the community.

Are you a North West London resident? Have you used the NHS 111 service? If so, London Ambulance Service invites you to join their Patient Advisory Group (PAG). Find out more below.

This week marks Dyslexia Awareness Week, which runs from the 6-12 October. The focus of this year’s theme is 'Raise the Volume' which sheds light on the stories and experiences of young people with dyslexia.

NHS North West London will offer longer hours of care, more at‑home support, and fairer, more consistent adult community specialist palliative care across north west London from October.