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How can you find an NHS dentist?

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or with NHS dentistry costs.
11 April 2025

Your right to an NHS dentist

Does signing up with your dentist work the same way as registering with your GP? If you think the answer is yes, you're not alone.
11 April 2025

NHS 111: Booking your A&E appointment

Learn what NHS 111 is and how you can use the service to book an A&E appointment
28 February 2025
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Getting help over the holidays

With Easter weekend upon us, some services may be closed or reduced on bank holidays. But your health doesn't take days off, so find out where you can get help if you need it over the Easter break!
28 March 2024
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What is measles and who can get the vaccine?

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.
25 January 2024
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Back-to-school illness advice offered to parents

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has offered parents of children some tips for keeping the spread of infectious diseases down as children return to school.
8 January 2024
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Can I access my GP records online?

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.
11 December 2023
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Referrals and your right to choose

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.
21 November 2023
Diabetes

What are the symptoms and treatments for diabetes?

Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed.
14 November 2023
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What is social prescribing?

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.
30 October 2023
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What is a virtual ward?

With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.
27 October 2023
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What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.
20 October 2023

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