As we celebrate World Blood Donation Day, it’s important to note the crucial role each of us can play in saving lives through a simple act of generosity: giving blood.
Many people looking after family members or friends are reaching breaking point due to not getting the support or recognition they need. Our advice article signposts you to local and national support to help you in your caring role.
This article highlights some of the health issues – and inequalities – facing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) community.
Rising energy and food bills have been the main focus of the cost-of-living crisis. However, people’s ability to pay their assessed contributions to councils towards their care and support costs has also been affected by the current situation.
Palliative care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. We have pulled together some guidance to help you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and make decisions about your future care.
The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.
Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.