PUBLIC INFORMATION PAGES FROM CAMDEN COUNCIL

If you’re concerned about your child’s health, do not delay calling your GP. Hospital is still the safest place for your child if they are seriously ill.

Access to Health Care
Health services are open as usual – however some services are being delivered differently. For example, you may be offered a telephone or video consultation with your GP rather than an automatic face-to-face appointment.

If it is an emergency
1 If you need immediate assistance dial 999 or attend an accident and emergency department.
2 Accident and Emergency services for children are now based at the Whittington Hospital and the Royal Free Hospital. Currently UCLH children and young people’s emergency department is redirecting patients to alternative local hospitals.

Concerns about coronavirus
1 Coronavirus is unlikely to make your child unwell, but other illnesses may make your child severely unwell.
2 There are lots of measures in place to protect you and your child from coronavirus if you need to attend.
3 Let the medical team know if your child has coronavirus symptoms – a fever or cough. It won’t affect the care you receive but it will ensure that everyone is safe.

Sources of information and care
1 For general online information and to check symptoms, refer to NHS online at nhs.uk or use 111 online at 111.nhs.uk
2 Call your GP if you need to discuss your concerns and seek help.
3 You can call 111 for further advice, 24/7. Please be aware that this service is currently very busy.
4 If your concerns relate to coronavirus you can also check the NHS symptom checker on 111.nhs.uk/covid-19

Immunisations
Immunisations for young children and baby checks after birth are essential for your child’s health and are still being delivered by your GP.