This section will help you decide if you need medical attention if you get sick. It explains what each NHS service does, and when it should be used.
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Hangover. Grazed knee. Sore throat Cough.
Self-care
Unwell? Unsure? Confused? Need help?
NHS Direct
Diarrhoea. Runny nose. Painful cough. Headache.
Chemist
Vomiting. Ear pain. Sore belly. Back ache.
Doctor
Cuts. Strains. Itches. Sprains.
NHS Walk-in Centre
Choking. Chest pain. Blacking out. Blood loss.
A&E or 999
Physiotherapy. Mental health. Ear care. Speech therapy.
A-Z of services
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