1. Useful links for carers

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    Useful links for carers in the local area

  2. What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

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    The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

  3. Hospital services

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    Find local hospital services and their contact details.

  4. Urgent Care Services

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    Urgent care services are available to people with injuries and illnesses that require immediate attention, but are not life-threatening.

  5. NHS encourages patients to learn how to treat common illnesses during Self-Care Week (18 - 24 November 2019)

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    With the winter season just beginning, the NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is making it easier for people to find out how to treat minor illnesses themselves.

  6. Local patients advised to use the most appropriate service

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    With NHS services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland experiencing very high demand, we’re being advised of the best routes to take to get the medical help we need.

  7. Planning care at the end of life

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    With the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you have been identified as high risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19.

  8. Continue to seek medical help for serious conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic

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    The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms.

  9. Bereavement care and support following the death of someone who was important to you

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    The processes that follow the death of a loved one may be different during the coronavirus pandemic, so you can find here some links to advice that will help to guide you through the process and what you need to do, after the death.

  10. Help the NHS to help you get the treatment you need

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    If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you.

  11. Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at these top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

  12. Get In The Know about Local Health Services

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    A new local NHS campaign has been launched this month to help people in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to get the right care as quickly as possible.

  13. The Rutland Healthcare Support shop relocates to Barleythorpe

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    The Rutland Healthcare Support service was formed back in 2008 and is still running today with a team of dedicated volunteers. With a break in service due to relocating, the organisation has recently opened their doors again in their new premises in Barleythorpe. The new base for the Rutland Healthcare Support shop offers free parking and is easily accessible through automatic doors just off the car park. They offer a sales service as well as items to hire such as crutches, toilet aids and wheelchairs from £1 per day.