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GPs in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge (BHR) are urging people to use local healthcare services wisely over the bank holiday weekend – and reminding them they can access treatment and advice from their local pharmacy and NHS 111

The benefits and opportunities available to young and newly-qualified GPs in Havering came under the spotlight at an east London GP Careers Fair.

GPs in Havering are backing a campaign to highlight the importance of bowel cancer screening – stressing that early diagnosis is crucial to saving lives

GPs in Havering are encouraging people to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, as part of a national campaign. Diabetes Prevention Week runs from 1 April and raises awareness of the disease, the causes and groups that might be at particular risk.

GPs in Havering are encouraging people to stop smoking by highlighting the range of help available from the NHS to support those keen to quit.

‘Don’t ignore your invitation for a smear test – it could save your life’.

More appointments are now available across Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge (BHR) for people who need urgent help or advice at this busy time for the NHS.

If you are feeling anxious, stressed or worried, help is available via the free and confidential NHS Talking Therapies service.

If you are feeling unwell this winter, don’t wait for any concerns to get worse – speak to your local pharmacy team to get advice right there and then

If you are feeling unwell this winter, don’t wait for any concerns to get worse – speak to your local pharmacy team to get advice right there and then