Your healthcare

In this section you’ll find advice on how to get up-to-date information on your condition, how it’s treated and the best ways to look after your own day-to-day care. It includes a round-up of the best internet health sites, tips on taking your medicines and information on making a care plan and getting the most from health professionals including your doctor and pharmacists.

What is self care?
An explanation of self care and how it can improve life for people with a long-term health condition. 
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Living with your condition
Practical advice on making small changes to your life to help you cope better on a day-to-day basis.
More on living with your condition

What is a care plan?
A care plan written especially for you will help you receive the help you need from health professionals and social workers.
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Having a care plan review
How an annual review of your care can help you cope better with your condition.
More on care plan reviews

Getting on top of your medicines
General tips on taking your medicines responsibly, and gadgets that make taking them easier.
More on your medicines

Getting an information prescription
Find out about this new way to get information about your condition.
More on information prescriptions

Getting the most from your doctor’s appointment
How to prepare for your visit to the doctor, and what questions to ask at the consultation.
More on your doctor’s appointment

Making the most of your pharmacist
How your pharmacist can help you, from arranging home deliveries to a detailed review of your medicines.
More on your pharmacist

Finding out more about your condition
Your guide to reliable and accurate information on your condition and its treatment, including internet sites you can trust.
More on getting information about your condition

Concerns and complaints
What to do if you're not getting the information and support you are entitled to. Also, information on how to make a complaint against the NHS.
More on concerns and complaints