Self-care – get the right help
Many minor illnesses can be managed at home, with advice from a pharmacist, or through NHS services without needing a GP appointment.
Pharmacy First
Your local pharmacy can assess and treat several common conditions without needing a GP appointment.
This includes sore throat, sinusitis, earache, infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles and uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women.
Self-care advice
Many minor illnesses can be treated at home with advice from a pharmacist and medicines bought over the counter.
Use the links below for trusted information about common conditions, self-care, local support and services you can access directly.
Not sure what to do?
Use NHS 111 if you need medical help quickly and are not sure whether you should visit a pharmacy, contact the practice or use another NHS service.
Use 111 online if you are aged 5 or over. For children under 5, call 111. For a serious or life-threatening emergency, call 999.