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What help can you get to pay for your NHS prescription?

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and NHS prescriptions costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.
19 November 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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Contacts for making a complaint in Worcestershire

Our complaints guides give you the information and contact details that you need to make a complaint about publicly funded health and social care services in Worcestershire.
13 June 2024
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Plain English Jargon Buster

Sometimes health and social care services use abbreviations, words and phrases that many of us find difficult to understand.
13 June 2024
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Find Social Care Services in Worcestershire

If you are looking for social care in Worcestershire and don't know where to start, these organisations listed below may be able to help.
13 June 2024
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Contacts

Key Worcestershire organisations offering support for mental health and wellbeing.
13 June 2024
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Find Health Services in Worcestershire

Find out where to go for information about GP surgeries, Dentists, Opticians, Pharmacies, Accident & Emergency, Urgent Care and other NHS services in Worcestershire.
12 June 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
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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 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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