South east London faces significant population health challenges, some of which are common to urban locations and some of which are unique to our area.

Whilst there have been some successes in these areas which we should be proud of, the overall picture across our area shows that there is a high burden of disease, both physical and mental.

Together with King’s Health Partners, we’re committed to tackling these challenges. Our vision is that every south east London resident is enabled to live a happy and healthy life in an equitable and equal society.

We want south east London to be a place where your postcode, background or ethnicity will not be a predictor of your future and your health.

Our ambition is that by working together – including the health and care sector organisations, local authorities, third sector organisations and the south east London community itself – we can improve the health and wellbeing of the population, prevent disease, and reduce health inequalities.

Achievements

The three workstreams we are focusing on include:

Population health management

Improving population health by data driven planning and delivery of care to achieve maximum impact.

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Prevention, wellbeing and equity

Focusing on the Vital 5, women's and girls' health; building trust and reducing health inequalities; and improving uptake of vaccinations.

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Making the most of our assets

Bringing together local people and communities with the health and care system to understand and address the wider determinants of health.

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News, stories and events

Take action this Mental Health Awareness Week: five steps to wellbeing

Monday 11 May marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week this year, and the theme is ‘Action.’ While raising awareness remains essential, ‘taking action’ is vital to lasting change and better health all year round.

12 May 2026
Pioneering research study to improve care of heartburn goes live

Heartburn Health, a national research programme to find ways to improve care for people with heartburn, indigestion or acid reflux is live in south east London and is looking for volunteers with these symptoms, aged 55-79 to take part. Supported by the NHS and Cancer Research UK, Heartburn Health is creating a community of at […]

07 May 2026
Lambeth and Southwark children’s health programme wins NHS Excellence Awards

A neighbourhood-based children’s health programme in Lambeth and Southwark has been named London regional winner in the NHS Excellence Awards 2026, recognising its success in improving care for children and young people while reducing health inequalities.

06 May 2026