What to do when you are unwell If you need medical advice, it might not always be obvious the best way to get it, especially if you’re unwell, in pain or in distress. We want to make it as simple as possible for you to get the right help as soon as possible. You can … Continued
InformationNOW is the website for people in Newcastle. You can search the site using the widget below to find information, organisations and events. Helping you to be informed, make choices and plan ahead. It covers a huge range of topics such as health, care, benefits, food banks, money, lifestyle and leisure. Visit www.InformationNOW.org.uk
This is an easy-read guide about Quitting Smoking. It was made by the NHS and can be downloaded or printed.
Getting medical help using 111 online in the NHS App If you think you need medical help right now, you can use 111 online in the NHS App to find out what to do. From the homepage, tap on the Services icon at the bottom of the screen. From here, you can: Open the NHS … Continued
A free, personalised 12-week programme to help manage your weight and feel healthier Oviva Tier 2 Weight Management is a free service to help people in Newcastle lose weight and build healthy habits through specialist support over 12 weeks. Now it is even easier to start making a change. Anyone aged 18 or over … Continued
Fit Notes, Documents and Updates in the NHS App You may be able to use the NHS App to contact your GP surgeon about documents like fit notes or an update on a test result. Open the NHS App and make sure you are logged in From the homepage, tap on Services at the bottom … Continued
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This easy-read guide shows you who can get free NHS prescriptions.
An easy-red guide from the General Medical Council about what to do if you are unhappy with a Doctor.
Easy-read guides about Personal Independence Payment from the UK Government.
