Digital First Programme

Digital First is a nationally funded, transformational programme of work with a focus on delivering equal access to digital services, for all patients. The programme looks to understand challenges and inefficiencies in existing care and then collaboratively work will help to improve these issues through digital improvements. This is an evidence-based approach to digital and by working in collaboration with local organisations we can offer a positive influence on local transformation and population health.

News, stories and events

NHS South East London unveils plan to tackle alcohol harm

NHS South East London (NHS SE London) is set to take action against the growing public health impact of alcohol, following a new report outlining measures to improve treatment, reduce harm, and alleviate costs on health and care services. We’re facing a significant public health crisis due to alcohol-related harm, with approximately 1,500 deaths annually […]

14 Jan 2025
Get protected against flu as cases rise

Flu cases are rising across south east London. As a result, health services are under increased pressure, with more patients coming into hospital sick and needing urgent care. In some hospitals up to a third of admissions are because of flu. The flu vaccine can protect those most vulnerable from getting seriously ill. Hundreds of […]

03 Jan 2025
Reducing the time to register with your GP practice

Across south east London and the rest of England, GP practice staff are facing huge demand for access to primary care. To help solve this we worked with practices to understand what is taking time away from staff which could be done through digital tools. We also sought to build on the successes of previous […]

19 Dec 2024