Health and wellbeing

How to access GPs, dentists, chemists, opticians and hospitals.​

Where to find advice, help and treatment for gambling in Lewisham.

Information about the advice, help and treatment available in the borough for drug and alcohol users and their families and carers.

Find out how you can get help to quit smoking.

Find out about the flu vaccine and whether you can get it for free. This page also contains information on free Covid-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination.

​​Find out what to do if you are worried about somebody’s mental health.​​

Adults, children and young people all benefit from being a healthy weight, balancing a mixed diet with different activities, exercise or sports. 

Your GP is the first point of contact if you are worried about dementia.

If you are aged 40-74, you may be eligible for an NHS Health Check.

Parenting is one of the most important aspects of life. We can help with advice about what you need to consider when thinking of having a baby and as your children grow.

In April 2023 we launched our food justice action plan with a range of local partners to combat food insecurity.

Some conditions have specific screening tests to encourage early detection and treatment.

Vulnerable older people (as well as any 18+ vulnerable adults) can get connected with local services that will help them maintain their independence, safety and wellbeing.

Information about our role in shaping local health services.

Find out how social prescribing can help improve health and wellbeing by connecting you to social activities and services in the borough.