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A young white male is doing a blood finger prick test

What are the symptoms and treatments for diabetes?

Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed.
14 November 2023
A community church hall running a soup kitchen and warm hub where a diverse group of people in need are having a meal.

What is social prescribing?

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.
30 October 2023
Two women drinking hot drinks in reusable cups walking down a street together, talking and catching up.

What is menopause and what are the signs?

With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available.
18 October 2023
young woman with doctor in exam room

Cervical screening: What to expect from your smear test.

Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.
20 September 2023
A female psychologist works with an adult boy with autism in the office.

What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.
21 August 2023
A young black woman undergoes a dental treatment

How can you find an NHS dentist?

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or with NHS dentistry costs.
10 July 2023
African American dentist with protective workwear performing medical exam on female patient at dental clinic.

Top 10 ways to get the most out of your next dental appointment

How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.
3 July 2023
Senior patient sitting in his dentists chair before starting his checkup

Looking after your oral health while living in a care home

Living in a care home can increase your risk of oral health problems. That's why knowing what questions to ask care staff about your oral health or loved ones can prevent problems from developing.
31 May 2023
Black male nurse sitting on bed and giving instructions to senior patient when to take his pills in nursing home

What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis

Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.
12 May 2023
Woman holding baby in her kitchen

Six-week postnatal check for new mums – Q&A

What is the six-week postnatal check up for new mothers and why it’s important that you attend it? In this advice piece, we cover all the basic questions you may have about it.
10 November 2022
Pregnant woman and her partner sitting on a sofa

I'm pregnant. What care can I expect from the NHS?

Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.
24 October 2022
A young woman sits with an elderly couple having a conversation

Does the NHS provide an interpreter?

Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?
19 May 2022

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