Health information

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Below is comprehensive health information 

Health A-Z

Your complete guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help.

Medicines A-Z

Find out how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.

Mental health and wellbeing

Find information and support for your mental health.

Pregnancy

This guide includes all you need to know about trying for a baby, pregnancy, labour and birth.

Social care and support

If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability, this website explains your options and where you can get support.

Vaccinations

Vaccines offered in the UK and when to have them. Explanations of how vaccines work and why they're safe and important. 

Covid-19

Get the latest NHS information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19).

NHS App

The NHS app lets you book appointments, order repeat prescriptions and access a range of other healthcare services.

NHS 111

NHS 111 online is a fast and convenient alternative to the 111 phone service and provides an option for people who want to access 111 digitally.

Find your NHS number

Use this service to get your NHS number.

Your NHS number is a 10 digit number, like 485 777 3456.

You do not need to know your NHS number to use NHS services, but it can be useful to have it.