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Understanding Meningitis: Symptoms, Risks, and What To Do
Recent headlines have brought meningitis back into public focus following a cluster of cases in Kent. While…
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"I hadn't been able to register with an NHS dentist since moving to the area. I then broke my tooth and was faced with the choice of paying to go private which I couldn't really afford to do, or continuing with a broken tooth and in pain. I reached out to Healthwatch and they made me aware of an Urgent Dental Care service in my area where I was able to get the tooth removed under NHS banded treatment prices, and more importantly no more pain!"
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What support can I get as a carer?
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. If you're an unpaid carer, find out more about the help and support you are…
What to do if you have flu
As the number of flu cases rise, we have put together some useful information so you are aware of how you can take care of yourself this holiday…
How to get a flu vaccine
According to the Guardian, the past week has seen an average of 2,660 patients a day in an NHS hospital bed with flu. A significant increase from 1,…
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