‘Informed Choice Programme’ for PSA Testing
The prostate gland lies just below your bladder. It helps produce healthy sperm. Problems with the prostate gland can affect how you urinate and your sexual function. Prostate cancer ... [continue] ‘Informed Choice Programme’ for PSA Testing
Advanced Care Planning
End of life care The NHS website’s guide is for people who are approaching the end of their life. Some parts of it may also be useful for people who ... [continue] Advanced Care Planning
Breastfeeding
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust have breastfeeding advisers who can provide the support you need to establish breastfeeding quickly and efficiently. Breastfeeding reduces your baby’s risk of: Diarrhoea, vomiting and ... [continue] Breastfeeding
Carers
Are you looking after or providing support for a relative friend or neighbour? Are you being helped or supported by a relative friend or neighbour? Your GP needs to know ... [continue] Carers
Charity Websites
The following charities offer useful patient information, support and tools to help you. Please check them out to see how they can help you. Age UK Age UK is the ... [continue] Charity Websites
Cost of living support
We know times are hard right now. On the Bromsgrove Council website you will find links to support and advice that is new, that is already available from them, and ... [continue] Cost of living support
Dementia
Do I have a problem with my memory? If you, or someone you care about, has been experiencing memory problems recently which are causing you concern then please make an ... [continue] Dementia
Fall Prevention Programme
Strong and Steady Exercise Classes You can register for these FREE classes that are being held at:- Bromsgrove Methodist Church New Song Church, Sidemoor Fathers Barn, Rubery The Village Hall, ... [continue] Fall Prevention Programme
Find NHS services near you
Are you in need of a local dentist, optician, or a pharmacy? Find an NHS service easily by entering your postcode in the NHS service locator widget on this page.
HANDi Paediatric app for parents and carers
The HANDi Paediatric app provides advice and support to parents and carers of children up to eleven years of age when their child is unwell. The app contains information about ... [continue] HANDi Paediatric app for parents and carers
Healthy Minds
Supporting people aged over 16, registered with a GP in Worcestershire with difficulties such as; stress, anxiety, low mood and depression. Healthy Minds is your local IAPT service (Improving Access ... [continue] Healthy Minds
Hearing Test
If you are over 55 years of age and have suspected or diagnosed age related hearing loss, then please book an appointment with a GP to assess you to determine ... [continue] Hearing Test
In Times of Bereavement
In the unfortunate event that a person has passed away, there are three things that must be done in the first few days; Get a medical certificate from your GP ... [continue] In Times of Bereavement
Learning Disabilities Community Service
The Community Learning Disability Team provides specialist healthcare to adults with learning disabilities whose needs cannot be met by mainstream services alone. The team helps to ensure that people with ... [continue] Learning Disabilities Community Service
Local Carer Support
Do you look after a family member or friend who needs help because of illness, age, disability or addiction? Then you are a carer and we can provide you with ... [continue] Local Carer Support
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
Worcestershire County council’s website has information, advice and guidance for looking after your mental health and emotional wellbeing. There are helpful links and resources available to patients and it is ... [continue] Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
Minor Illness & Injury
Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated by you at home? By treating yourself at home you could save a ... [continue] Minor Illness & Injury
Minor Injuries Unit (MIU)
Minor Injury Units (MIUs) offer advice and treatment for a variety of injuries including; cuts, grazes, wounds, sprains, minor eye injuries, strains and minor burns. They cannot treat illnesses at the minor injury units. ... [continue] Minor Injuries Unit (MIU)
NHS Health A to Z
Look up information about different conditions and treatments using the NHS Health A-Z widget on this page.
NHS Live Well
Please use the NHS widget on this page for information and advice on healthy living. This includes the following to name a few; Eating a balanced diet Healthy weight. Information ... [continue] NHS Live Well
NHS Medicines A to Z
Find out how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions. Go to the NHS Medicines A to Z
NHS Screening
Screening is a way of finding out if people have a higher chance of having a health problem, so that early treatment can be offered or information given to help ... [continue] NHS Screening
Patient Transport Service
This service provides non-emergency patient transport to the following NHS hospitals, if you meet the eligibility criteria. Worcester Royal Hospital Alexandra Hospital Kidderminster Hospital Who is the NHS non-emergency patient ... [continue] Patient Transport Service
Pregnancy and pre-conception health
Tailored information on what you can do before pregnancy for a healthy baby and pregnancy! Advice on conception, fertility, cervical screening, STIs, vaccination, mental wellbeing, smoking, drugs and alcohol Tommy’s – ... [continue] Pregnancy and pre-conception health
Safeguarding Information
What is adult safeguarding? Sometimes adults with care and support needs are unable to protect themselves from the risk or experience of abuse or neglect. ‘Safeguarding’ is a term that ... [continue] Safeguarding Information
Social Prescribing in Worcestershire
Social prescribing helps you to explore extra services that may support you to improve your health, wellbeing and independence. Do you have issues with; isolation, loneliness, money, family, health, depression, ... [continue] Social Prescribing in Worcestershire
Starting Well Partnership
They support families, parents, children and young people across Worcestershire to lead happy, healthy and fulfilled lives. This includes: Family Hubs (for information about Free Childcare, Free Healthy Start vitamins ... [continue] Starting Well Partnership
Who should I see?
We try to keep our GP appointments for patients with more serious health problems. Before you book an appointment to see a doctor please consider whether an appointment with a ... [continue] Who should I see?
Date published: 5th February, 2021
Date last updated: 1st August, 2022
