This section provides an overview of the most common services performed by the NHS in England, such as emergency and urgent care, general practitioners (GPs) or dental services. Also get advice on how to access each service, do's and don't's in emergencies and the costs involved (if any).
Not all medical emergencies require A&E. Find out who else provides emergency and urgent care services in the NHS such as major trauma services, walk-in centres or NHS 111 and how to access them.
Find information about NHS hospital services, including choosing hospitals, giving consent to treatment and aftercare.
Be prepared for your dentist appointment. Get tips and advice on how to find a dentist, the costs of dental treatments and where to complain if things go wrong.
The GP is often the first point of contact for many patientsl. This section offers information about NHS GP services, including how to register and book an appointment.
Find out what services NHS pharmacists and chemists provide including, information about the new medicines service and prescription costs.
Get tips and advice about NHS eye care services including, sight tests for children and optical vouchers.
If you need help and advice about sexual health matters then there are various places you can go. Get an overview of who offers what sexual health services. Also find advice and information about health services for women who have had FGM (female genital mutilation).
Find information about mental health services in England and how to access them.
Social care services help people from all walks of life, as well as their families and carers. Find out which services are available and where to get them.
Read advice on how to make the most of your doctor's appointment. If you are still not sure about what to ask your GP, try our checklist of questions.
If you are an overseas visitor to the UK you may be charged for some NHS treatments. Find out how to access NHS services and when you have to pay for them.
