Six-week postnatal check for new mums – Q&A
What is the six-week postnatal check for new mothers and why it’s important that you attend it? In this advice piece, we cover all the...
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Oct 23, 2022
I'm pregnant. What happens next?
Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy...
Aug 29, 2022
What is a GP referral and how can you get one?
When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this...
Aug 3, 2022
What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?
Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine. A small number of...
May 22, 2022
What is Long Covid and what help is available?
Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and how to get support. After contracting COVID-19 it can take up to 12 weeks for...
May 18, 2022
Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?
Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings? High-quality translation and interpretation are vital to ensuring that...
Apr 26, 2022
Someone I love has died - where can I find support
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. What is grief? Grief is...
Apr 26, 2022
Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need....
Mar 25, 2022
What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?
For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee,...
Jan 18, 2022
The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services
The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care....
Jan 10, 2022
Where to go for support when you have an eating disorder
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of...
Sep 5, 2021
What to expect when waiting for care
Information and advice from Healthwatch England, September 2021 Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. ...
Sep 1, 2021
What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?
Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek...
May 18, 2021
How should social care support you?
People have told us they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should...
May 3, 2020
What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for...
Apr 8, 2020
Planning care at the end of life
We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill. While this can be a difficult...
Mar 1, 2020
Continence care - what are my options?
If you or a loved one are affected by incontinence, find out where you can go for support. Incontinence is a condition that causes the...
Nov 21, 2018
What should I know before choosing a care home?
To choose the right care home and support for your needs, or the needs of a loved one, it's important you have the right information to...
Jul 18, 2018
Making a complaint about social care services – what should you expect?
Here we look at six things you should expect when making a complaint about social care services. If you have a bad experience and your...
Aug 28, 2017
What should you expect from home care services?
Five things you should expect from home care, domiciliary care or help in the home. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence...
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