Five ways you can help people access healthcare (and feel good) during Lockdown 2.0

England is in lockdown again. With the constant upheaval and uncertainty, it’s easy to feel powerless and overwhelmed. That’s why we wanted to let you know how Doctors of the World is responding and what you can do to help people who will need to see a doctor during this time. With many businesses closed and health services under pressure amid rising COVID-19 cases, it’s even harder for the most vulnerable and at-risk people in our communities to access healthcare and support. Doctors of the World’s services will continue to operate as they have done since March. The advice line will remain open and our clinic team will be on hand to answer questions and support patients to access NHS services. We’ll also provide medical outreach to at-risk communities in London throughout Lockdown 2.0 and continue to look at new ways to support migrant communities across the UK with translated health information. Together with the Hands Up for Our Health coalition, Doctors of the World will continue to call for universal and equitable access to the NHS, during COVID-19 and beyond. Here are five ways you can help vulnerable people access healthcare (and feel good) during Lockdown 2.0. 1. Chip in to keep our clinic and helpline running During Lockdown 2.0, the helpline will continue to operate remotely, from 10am-midday Monday to Friday, with remote GP consultations available to those patients with urgent health needs. The Stratford clinic will remain closed...
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