We all depend on these public services at some point in our
lives.
Social Care
Social care covers a wide range of
services and support provided by local authorities and other
organisations to help the most vulnerable people in society live as
independently as possible.
Health
The National Health Service (NHS), through hospitals and other
healthcare trusts, provides treatment, services and advice to
people who are ill or have had an accident, and to help them stay
healthy.
For health information and advice please call NHS Direct
on 0845 4647.
NHS Direct is a confidential 24-hour telephone helpline. You can
speak to a nurse for advice at any time of the day or night
wherever you are in England.
http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/
This website includes comprehensive listings
for
- Local hospitals and clinics
- Local Doctors (GP) services
- Dentists
- Opticians
- Chemists/pharmacies
This website includes information about
- Having a baby - pregnancy & birth
- Issues for young people (alcohol, bullying, sexual health)
- General health for all ages - nutrition, exercise, staying
healthy
You may also be interested in:
Travel Advice
For information on vaccinations and special precautions required
for overseas travel, speak to your local GP or visit the
Department of Health
website.
Get Travel Safety Advice
Travel advice on over 200 countries - travel safety, health alerts,
local laws and customs, entry requirements
(Foreign and Commonwealth Office)
- Phone Travel Advice Unit - 0870
6060290
Dont forget your passport