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Your Health


There is a wealth of information and advise on "health" available - but it should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advise of your own doctor
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Carers

carers.gov.uk External Site Icon

Provides details of services or benefits affecting carers, parent carers and young carers.



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The site for young carers, their families and those who work to support them.



direct.gov.uk External Site Icon

Advice on carers assessment support services and money matters



Children's Health

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A site for kids to ask questions about their bodies and also find out how get help with problems they might be having at home or at school.


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Gives information aimed at three different groups, - for parents - for kids or for teenagers, each with its own design, age appropriate contents and tone.


homehealth.uk External Site Icon

Details of childhood illnesses such as Chicken Pox, Ear Infections, Measles, Mumps and Whooping Cough



Dental Health

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Do you want to know more about your dental treatment - are you too scared to ask your own dentist then this is the site for you.



Dentalhealth.org External Site Icon

A Independent charity, working to bring about improved standards of oral health care



Detalfearcentral.com External Site Icon

If you suffer from dental phobia, or anxiety, then this is the site for you... offers lots of advice on how to over come the fear including finding a gentle caring dentist



Drug Advice

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Straight talk about drugs and addictions for parents and young people.



drugscope.org External Site Icon

Provides authoritative and reliable information on all aspects of drug policies and problems. Also information on drug treatment and a help finder index.



Exercise

Pulse Fitness

The Pulse Fitness and Aqua Programme offers action packed activities to help people of all ages and abilities stay in shape.



Patient.co.uk External Site Icon

The benefits of doing regular exercise are well known, but how much should I take, what sort should I do.....



bbc.co.uk External Site Icon

Website gives details on how much exercise, eating for energy, fitness for the over 50's, pregnancy fitness and lots more....



Holistic/Alternative Medicine

acupuncture.org.uk
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The British Acupuncture Councils website gives details of what is acupuncture and where to find a acupuncturiest



aor.org.uk

The Association of Reflexoloists website gives information on what is reflexology and where to find a reflexologist
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Gives details of many alternative medicine, what they involve and where to find a practitioner.



Men’s Health

netdoctor.co.uk
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Lots of information for men covering a wide range of health issues.



bbc.co.uk

Find out more about body maintenance, your mind, physical health and sport injuries, along with general health features and topics.

patient.co.uk
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Provides information on some of the most common health issues and also has links to other men’s health sites



Mental Health

BBC.co.uk External Site Icon

Gives information on different mental disorders and conditions, coping techniques, therapy and details on supporting and caring.



mentalhealth.org External Site Icon

Comprehensive website on mental health/ illness in the UK. The site is run by the Mental Health Foundation, the leading UK charity working in mental health and learning disabilities.



mind External Site Icon

Leading mental health charity - working to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress.



Nutrition & Diet

BBC.co.uk External Site Icon

A good diet is central to overall good health - the BBC website helps you to make informed choices.



Nutrition.org.uk External Site Icon

British Nutrition Foundation website gives - excellent information on healthy eating, a cook club, and details on various food commodities.



vegsoc.org. External Site Icon

The Vegetarian Society - promoting a understanding of a vegetarian lifestyle, offer advice on nutritional issues along with cooking courses and vegetarian recipes



Parenting

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The site aims to give an honest view of parenting



praticalparent.org External Site Icon

Tips and support for parents on child behaviour



raisingkids.co.uk External Site Icon

Offer support, information and advice to anyone who are raising kids - whatever the circumstances



Pregnancy

bbc.co.uk
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There is a lot of information available on the web about pregnancy, birth and parenting but this is a good place to start.


Having a baby

Lots of information from preconception through to adoption and fostering.


netdoctor.co.uk External Site Icon

Everything from finding a baby name to travelling while pregnant


Senior's Health

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Here you can find information on health issues for the elderly and links to other relevant sites.



Nifty Fifty

Keep fit and exercise classes for the over 50's in the Basildon District.



ahrq.gov External Site Icon

An American website with good information on staying healthy and following a healthy lifestyle.



Sport Injuries

sportinjuryclinic.net External Site Icon

Just click where it hurts - and answer a few question for a virtual diagnosis!



physioroom.com External Site Icon

Give information that is authoritative and presents the latest medical theories in plain English.



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Details of symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention.



Support Groups

netdoctor.co.uk
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Contact information on many support groups from "Abortion" through to "Wolf Hischhorn Syndrome"



self-help.org External Site Icon

A searchable database of over 1,000 help organisation and support groups across the UK.



Patients Association External Site Icon

Provides contact details and background information on over 1,00 self help and patient organisation through out the UK.



Teenager's Health

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Answers and advise on loads of "teenage" subjects



teenshealth.org External Site Icon

Provides accurate up to date and jargon-free health information.



teengrowth.com External Site Icon

Interactive web site tailored towards the health interest of teenagers, covering subjects such alcohol, drugs, emotions, health family friends, school sex and sports.



Transplants/Donors

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Transplants saves lives. They involve the donations of organs from one person to another and enable about 27,000 people to take on a new lease of life in the UK every year.



Blood donors External Site Icon

Anyone between the ages of 17 and 60 can become a blood donor, as the National Blood Service is very reliant on regular donors.



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You can register online to donate life saving organs to those on the transplant waiting list.



Women's Health

netdoctor.co.uk External Site Icon

Lot of information for women covering a wide range of health issues from cellulite to nutrition!



bbc.co.uk
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A guide to living a longer healthier and more fulfilling life.



ivillage.co.uk External Site Icon

Topics and articles on various a variety of women's health issues including pregnancy and parenting.



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