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...

THE NHS APP

THE NHS APP

  • Get advice,
  • Order medication
  • View your GP Health record
HEALTH A-Z

HEALTH A-Z

Conditions and Treatments

LIVE WELL

LIVE WELL

Advice, tips and tools to help you make the best choices about your health and wellbeing

SELF HELP

MENTAL HEALTH

Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Grief. There are a wide range of support services available for patients of all ages, for any mental health difficulties you may be experiencing. Click here to view some of our recommended services.

MSK PROBLEMS

MUSCULOSKELETAL PROBLEMS

  • Physiotherapy
  • MSK Practitioners
  • NHS Podiatry Services
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URINE INFECTION?

Information on where to get help for both males and females.

Females 16-64 can go to a Pharmacy, without a GP appointment for assessment & treatment. The pharmacist will provide the same treatment as a GP, if it's suitable for you. They will also tell you if you should see a GP about your symptoms.

Pregnant

NEWLY PREGNANT?

Found out you are pregnant? Whether planned, or unplanned, it can be a confusing time knowing what to do next. You have various options available to you.

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SEXUAL HEALTH

Getting tested regularly is easy, free and quick. You can even order test kits through the post, free and anonymously.

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SEXUAL OR DOMESTIC ABUSE

Safer Futures, provides individuals with advice and support to become safe and to recover from the effects of domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Mole

MOLE SELF ASSESSMENT

What does a suspicious mole look like? When should you have one checked?

Dental Help

DENTAL HELP

Doctors do not have training in dentistry so you should contact your dentist for anything relating to teeth and gum health. There is support for those who don't have a dentist...

insomnia

INSOMNIA HELP

Good sleep is important. You don't realise how important until you can't get to sleep. Fortunately there are resources available to help.

YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

It's all numbers! What's normal? What's High? What's Dangerous?

Heart

HEART AGE

How healthy is your heart?

Insomnia

DEMENTIA SUPPORT

Alzheimer's Society are a vital source of support here in Cornwall for everyone affected by dementia.

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HELP WHEN SOMEONE DIES

Bereavement can be difficult, you don't need to struggle alone as there is help available through the difficult times.

Weight Loss

WEIGHT LOSS

Sometimes we just need a nudge in the right direction. Other times we need professional support. Maintaining a healthy weight can prevent a wide range of health problems.

young person with older person in a wheelchair

YOUNG CARERS

If you are a carer under 25 needing help, support or advice, Kernow Young Carers are here for you

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Choosing Wisely

Choosing Wisely encourages clinicians and patients to discuss treatments to make the right choice for you

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Workwell

A great service in Cornwall to help support patients recently out of work due to sickness, those returning to work and those at risk of being signed off sick.

Page last reviewed: 21 July 2025
Page created: 23 March 2021