Advice and Information

GP practices very rarely remove patients from their list. If you are removed from a GP practice, you may need to register with a new one.

A second opinion is when you choose to request the expertise of another healthcare professional after you've been given a diagnosis or treatment plan. What are the new rules about second opinions and and how can you request one?

This easy-read guide is available in 20 languages.

Safeguarding adults is a vital part of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable residents.

Pharmacies offer more than just prescriptions, they provide valuable support for minor health issues and general wellbeing.

If you're facing an urgent health issue that isn’t life-threatening, NHS 111 offers an easy way to determine whether you need to visit A&E.

The Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) is making strides to enhance maternity and neonatal services in Tower Hamlets, Newham, and Waltham Forest.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.

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Resources to help Muslims with diabetes prepare for an important religious observance.

This March marks International Women's Day, Happy Mother's Day, and Ovarian Cancer Awareness - please read our latest article on the overview of women's health in Newham.