Health Advice
If you would like advice on a particular condition or symptom, you can telephone NHS Direct on 0845 4647 for nurse advice or visit their website www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk where you will find comprehensive and up-to-date information on a wide range of health issues.
NHSDirect is a nurse-led information service providing callers with confidential health care advice and information 24 hours a day. It can help with
· symptom advice
· Health conditions
· Local health care services
· Self help and support organizations
Your local pharmacy
You can visit your local pharmacy for advice on common illnesses. A pharmacist is qualified to recommend non-prescription medication and measures to treat minor complaints.
999 & Accident and Emergency
Please think carefully before dialing 999 for an ambulance or going to an A&E Department. These services are for people who are seriously ill or injured. Examples of where you should dial 999 are:
· If someone is unconscious
· Severe breathing difficulty
· Suspected heart attack/ severe chest pains
· If you suspect a broken bone
· If someone is bleeding heavily