Choose Well - NHS Services

Choosing the right place to go for NHS treatment will ensure that you get the right care, as soon as possible.

Looking after yourself and your family is the best choice to treat very minor illnesses and injuries. A range of common illnesses and injuries can be treated at home simply by combining plenty of rest with a well-stocked medicine cabinet containing;

For internet information on all aspects of health and healthcare, go to www.nhs.uk|. It allows you to check your symptoms, check hundreds of conditions and treatments and find telephone numbers and addresses for most NHS organisations, including hospitals and GPs.  NHS Direct provide confidential health advice and information around the clock call: 0845 46 47

Pharmacists are qualified to give you free, expert advice on medicines and minor ailments - you don't need an appointment to see a pharmacist.

If your own GP surgery is closed and you cannot wait until it next opens, phone the surgery for a message about the out of hours service. You can find local GP telephone numbers at www.nhs.uk|. If you need to see a doctor you may be offered an appointment. A doctor will only make a home visit if they think it is necessary.

For an emergency dentist call your own dentist surgery for a message about the out of hours service.
Alternatively call Dentaline on 01634 890300 or NHS Direct 0845 46 47 for advice.