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Access to urgent dental appointments has been improved, don’t suffer with painful tooth problems, you can now call NHS 111 to get help.
Appointments can be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week through NHS 111 — either online or by calling 111.
What the service covers
Urgent dental appointments are there to help people experiencing serious dental problems, including:
How to access care
You do not need to be registered with a dentist to use this service. Anyone in need of urgent advice or treatment can contact NHS 111.
More information about urgent dental conditions is available at NHS.uk/urgentdentalcare.
Parsons Green Walk-in Centre – Here when you need us
Located in Fulham, the Parsons Green Walk-in Centre is open to anyone aged 2 years and over who needs prompt, non-emergency care.
No appointment needed – just walk in.
Open 7 days a week (Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00; Sat–Sun 09:00–13:30; Bank Holidays 09:00–17:00. Closed Easter Sunday, Christmas Day & New Year’s Day).
Service led by advanced clinical practitioners who can help with:
By choosing the Walk-in Centre for minor illnesses or injuries, you can help our local A&Es focus on those who need urgent, life-saving care.
Visit the Parsons Green Walk-in Centre at 5-7 Parsons Green, London, SW6 4UL.
St Charles Urgent Care Centre – Supporting our community
The St Charles Urgent Care Centre in North Kensington is here for you and your family when you need care for non-emergency conditions.
For patients aged 2 years and over
Open every day: 08:00 – 20:00- 365 days per year
No appointment required – walk in anytime.
Staffed by experienced advanced clinical practitioners who can help with
By choosing our Centre for minor illnesses or injuries, you can help our local A&Es focus on those who need urgent, life-saving care.
Visit St Charles NHS Urgent Care Centre at St Charles Hospital, Exmoor St, London
W10 6DZ.
Soho Walk-in Centre – Convenient care in central London
Right in the heart of central London, the Soho Walk-in Centre is here to help local workers, residents, visitors, and tourists.
For anyone aged 16 years and over
No appointment needed – just walk in.
Opening hours:
Staffed by experienced advanced clinical practitioners who can help with
By choosing the Walk-in Centre for minor illnesses or injuries, you can help our local A&Es focus on those who need urgent, life-saving care.
Visit the Soho Walk-in Centre at 1 Frith St, Soho Square, London, W1D 3HZ.
Tuesday 14th October, 11am – 3pm:
Hear from a Community Mental Health Link Worker from the H&F North Mental Health Integrated Network Team describe the support that is available, share your experiences and talk openly about mental health, wellbeing, and life’s challenges in a supportive and understanding space. Everyone is welcome!
For more information:
Contact us on info@macwo.org, or 020 82489755.
H&F council are hosting a free vaccine event at 145 King Street, Hammersmith in October.
For further details, click here.
Flu and COVID‑19 can be serious for many people. Getting your seasonal vaccinations helps top up your protection and reduces the risk of becoming very unwell. It’s best to get vaccinated as soon as you’re invited, so you’re protected through the colder months when virus rates can be at their highest
What to expect
How to get vaccinated
Who this is for (in brief)
If your immune system is affected by a condition or treatment, you’ll usually be invited directly. Please don’t worry if you haven’t heard yet – invites are being phased. You can still check with your GP practice or local pharmacist.
For local information, visit the NHS North West London website.
An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been called for London, from 9am Tuesday 12th August until at least 6pm on Wednesday 13th August 2025.
To help yourself and your community, you can:
Check in on older people & those with a health or mental health condition
Use and promote our Cool Spaces map, for those who seek respite while out and about
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
Avoid being out in the sun from 11am – 3pm
Resources for your community
The following are various resource pages, guides and toolkits that you can use during this Amber Heat-Health Alert:
Download the hot weather toolkit
The People’s Health Trust has released a report calling for mental health support for staff of local charities managing the aftermath of last summer’s riots. Take a look here.
For some helpful tips and strategies in dealing with anxiety, click here
I encourage you to explore the guide, not because every aspect may directly resonate with you, but because, from my experience, we often share more in common as individuals than we might initially recognise. With that perspective, I believe there is something within this guide that will connect with you on a meaningful level.
Please feel free to share with your SU’s and patients.
The UK Health Security Agency have extensive guidance and materials for supporting communities, including:
You can find a map of Cool Spaces across London here, and register your own too.
The Met Office’s #WeatherReady campaign also has lots of advice and guidance.
Wildfire Alert
London Fire Brigade provide guidance and support around wildfire risk on this webpage.
Social Channels
Do follow London Resilience on either BlueSky or X (Twitter) where we will be sharing content.
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