Advice and Information

The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

The flu vaccine, also known as the flu jab, is offered on the NHS every year in autumn and winter to people at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu. Understanding the symptoms of flu and what the flu vaccine is helps you make informed decisions about your health.

Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some women find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions including who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

Changing Places are toilets designed to provide extra facilities for people with severe or multiple disabilities.

Have you heard of physician associates? Since 2003, they've been caring for NHS patients. Physician associates can check your health, find out what's wrong, and plan your treatment.

With the NHS planning to employ more physician associates, find out what care they can offer you and how their role differs from that of fully qualified doctors.

The NHS announces that systems are now back online following the global IT outage on Friday, 19 July. Patients are advised to attend appointments as normal unless told otherwise by their GP practice.

When can you see a doctor alone? When will they speak to your parents? Understanding your healthcare rights as a young person can be confusing. We have put together some information about the services available to you, as well as your rights to treatment and confidentiality.

The NHS has launched a major transformation to try and make it easier for patients to access the care they need.

Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.