NHS Direct

This is a 24 hour health advice and information service provided by the NHS.

NHS Direct provides confidential access to medical information, guidance and reassurance through a range of interactive services. These include an expert telephone advice line, self help guide, symptom checker and a useful A-Z health encyclopaedia on the website.

Visit the NHS Direct website

NHS Direct also provides telephone support for patients with long-term conditions, pre and post operative support for patients, access to GP and dental healthcare out of hours, and a professional response to public health scares. 

How to get in touch

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NHS Direct
Phone: 0845 4647
Web: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk