Advice and Information

Children and pregnant women can get their flu vaccinations, as the NHS rolls out the first phase of its flu programme in September to protect families ahead of winter.

The spring Covid-19 vaccine is now available for free on the NHS to those at increased risk from severe illness, including those aged 75 or over, people with a weakened immune system, or who live in an older adult care home.

What is meningitis, how do you catch it, and can you be vaccinated against it?

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.

GP practices now offer children a combined MMRV vaccine at 12 months and 18 months of age in the UK. The vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox in one jab.

Quitting smoking is one of the most powerful New Year’s resolutions you can make for your health and future. The NHS is here to support you every step of the way with free tools and guidance.

Extra appointments are now available for people in Croydon who need urgent dental care.

Whether it’s finding an NHS dentist, making a complaint, or choosing a good care home for a loved one – you can count on our Information Signposting Team.

Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you.

It is important that dental patients give feedback about their experiences, so that services know what they are doing well and where they can improve.

Winter comes with a higher risk of health issues, particularly for older people or those with long-term conditions and compromised immune systems.

Prostate cancer has become England’s most common cancer. In 2023 Prostate Cancer UK found 55,033 men were receiving a prostate cancer diagnosis compared with 47,526 breast cancer cases.