Self-Help, Self-Referrals and Common Health Problems
Non-urgent advice: Self Help and Self Referrals
A large number of conditions will self resolve with some simple self management, it's just knowing what you need to do! The following resources should be helpful for a number of conditions, try the 'Health A-Z' for the condition or symptoms you have.
Think you need a referral? Some services don't require you to speak to a GP in order to access them. Why not see if you can self refer?
There are a wide range of resources available for mental health, drugs and alcohol, musculoskeletal problems, weight management, smoking cessation and more...
Choosing Wisely
Choosing Wisely encourages clinicians and patients to discuss treatments in order to avoid unneccesary tests and procedures.
There are 4 questions as a patient, you should ask:
1. What are the benefits?
2. What are the risks?
3. What are the alternatives?
4. What if I do nothing?
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