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What is SAD, and how can you manage it?

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.
15 October 2024
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How to get the most out of your GP appointment

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.
10 October 2024
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Where can I get help for health out of hours?

People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
5 October 2024
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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.
1 October 2024
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How to make cervical screening (a smear test) work for you

Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some women find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.
16 September 2024
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What's it like getting help with health costs?

The NHS offers support for people on low incomes to help with care costs. Healthwatch look at how easy it is to access this help and how it can be improved.
11 September 2024
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GP collective action - patient information

Following a ballot of its members, the British Medical Association confirmed that a period of GP collective action would start on the 1st August 2024. Collective action is not the same as industrial action but means that some GPs may stop or reduce certain work.

The NHS is asking the public to continue to come forward as usual for care.
10 September 2024
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Changing Places and accessible toilets near you

Changing Places are toilets designed to provide extra facilities for people with severe or multiple disabilities.
27 August 2024
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'At Your Side' - Suicide Bereavement Guides

Suicide Bereavement UK have developed a series of At Your Side guides for those bereaved by suicide in the Armed Forces community.
22 August 2024
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How to complain about health and care services in Halton

Do you need to make a complaint about health and care services? Find out who to contact in Halton.
23 July 2024
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Who are physician associates and what do they do?

What are physician associates? Find out about their training and what kind of care they can provide.
23 July 2024
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Think you need to go to A&E? Learn how NHS 111 can help you

The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.
14 June 2024

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