choose well for expert help

There's a range of NHS services on your doorstep and a series of practical sel help measures that we can all take. Your options for care are:

Self help: Best choice for very minor illnesses and injuries that can be treated with a well stocked medicine cabinet and plenty of rest.
NHS Direct: Internet/phone information on all aspects of health care, check your symptoms, hundreds of conditions and treatments. www.nhs.uk or call 0845 46 47
Pharmacists: Visit your Pharmacy when you are suffering from coughs colds, fever and vomiting and you do not require a nurse of doctor. Call 0845 46 47 for your nearest Pharmacy
GP: Make an appointment with us for an illness or injury that will not go away and for our other services and medical advice.
A&E: Accident and Emergency should only be used in a critical or life threatening situation. Call 999 for an ambulance, your local A&E are Chester and Arrowe Park.

Make sure your cabinet is stocked with:

Remember if you are over 65 or have a long term health problem you can get a free flu jab.

To prevent something you have caught spreading to others:

Top tips

If you do catch a cold or flu, make sure

For those over 60, low income families and people with disabilities find out more here.