Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common cause of respiratory illness. It can be particularly serious for young babies and older adults, sometimes leading to bronchiolitis, pneumonia, and hospital admission.
NHS England and NICE have approved the use of Tirzepatide, which you may also know as Mounjaro® or ‘the weight loss drug’, from primary care. You may well hear that Tirzepatide is available from primary care from 23rd June 2025. However, in the first two years entry criteria have been set by NHS England to
Your health and well-being are our top priority. We’re sharing some essential advice from the NHS to help you cope during periods of hot weather and avoid heat-related illnesses.
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Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted.
The NHS App is no longer accessible as a mobile app for anybody using older devices. If you cannot use the NHS App on a mobile device, you can log in through the NHS website.
When you quit smoking, good things start to happen. You’ll begin to see almost immediate improvements to your health.
The first sign of a stroke might not seem serious. Like not being able to raise your arm, or struggling to smile, or slurring when you speak.
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The latest Carewaves magazine is out now and is available to download or read on the website. The magazine was completed as restrictions from England’s third coronavirus lockdown were easing, so some of the face to face services, such as carers’ groups and mentoring, may have resumed or will do so shortly, rather than being offered over the phone
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of coughs and colds. It usually gets better by itself, but it can be serious for some babies and older adults. A vaccine is available for those at risk from 1 September.
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If you’re pregnant getting vaccinated gives your child the best protection against whooping cough. Getting vaccinated is quick and easy. Speak to your midwife or contact your GP practice.
Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get clinical advice on minor health concerns, and now community pharmacies can offer treatment for seven common conditions without patients needing to see a GP.
The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services and information on your smartphone or tablet. Millions of people are already using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way from the comfort of their homes.
There are little things we can all do to lift our mood or ease our anxiety – we need to find what works for us.
Did you know that, in addition to your GP, there are other health professionals in general practice who can help you get the right care?
The eligibility for a free NHS Shingles vaccine is changed from the 1st of September 2023
Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people. Having the MMR vaccine is the best way to prevent it.
If you have a low income, you may be able to get help with NHS costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS)
If you’ve been invited for cervical screening, we hope you’ll choose to have it.
Parents are being asked to check children are fully up to date with their measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccinations by checking their vaccine record in their red book.
Act F.A.S.T. Call 999 if you see any single one of the signs of a stroke.
If something in your body doesn’t feel right, don’t carry the worry of cancer with you.
The NHS 111 online service can assess and direct people to the most appropriate local service, including urgent treatment centres, GP practices, and consultations with a pharmacist.
You may have seen in the news and online stories about Group A Strep.
Looking after your mental health. There are little things we can all do to help look after our mental health. Having good mental health helps us relax more, achieve more and enjoy our lives more.
Know Your Numbers! Week is the UK’s biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
If something in your body doesn’t feel right, talk to your doctor. Most people who go for tests find out it’s not cancer.
Big changes are taking place across the health and care system. What does it mean?
Your GP, nurse or pharmacist will not generally give you a prescription for over the counter medicines for a range of minor health concerns. Instead, over the counter medicines are available to buy in a pharmacy or supermarket in your local community.
Fancy a cuppa? Sometimes reaching out to someone with as little as three words can make a big difference.
When you think you need A&E, contact NHS 111 by phone or online. NHS 111 is free and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You answer questions about your symptoms on the website, or by speaking to a fully trained adviser on the phone.
