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What can I expect from young people’s mental health services?
Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need.
18 February 2020
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Cervical screening drop-in clinics being held across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Drop-in clinics are being held in GP practices to encourage more women to have their cervical screening, which is also known as the smear test.
17 February 2020
Woman washing her hands
Information on Coronavirus
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.
12 February 2020
Two elderly women sitting in a pharmacy waiting for their prescription
What can you expect when visiting a pharmacy?
You should receive good-quality care that helps you to improve your health and well-being.
30 January 2020
Two elderly women sitting in a pharmacy waiting for their prescription
Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?
​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.
20 January 2020
Local patients advised to use the most appropriate service
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.
18 December 2019
Child distressed
NHS Warning As Winter Vomiting Bug Closes 1,000 Hospital Beds
The NHS is calling on the public to heed advice and stay at home if they have norovirus to avoid passing it on, as hospitals in England have been forced to close more than 1,100 hospital beds over the last week.
9 December 2019
Healthwatch volunteer speaking to a grandparent and child at an event
What to expect during and after an autism assessment
More than 1 in 100 people are autistic. This affects people in different ways, bringing strengths but also some challenges that can impact on how comfortable, healthy and happy people feel. Getting the right diagnosis and support is important.
28 November 2019
Woman and child in pushchair
Keep antibiotics working
Local GPs and Pharmacists are encouraging local people to make sure their prescribed antibiotics are working their best this winter. 
28 November 2019
Self care week poster
NHS encourages patients to learn how to treat common illnesses during Self-Care Week (18 - 24 November 2019)
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.
19 November 2019
Elderly woman smiling face on to the camera
Find out about the benefits of increased physical activity with Active Rutland's Exercise Referral Scheme
The Exercise Referral Scheme is a programme for adults (16+) with health conditions, who could benefit from increased physical activity.
11 November 2019
Strong bones after 50: Fracture liaison services explained - A guide for patients, carers and families
Empowering patients to stay independent after a broken bone
The Royal College of Physicians has produced a guide for patients, carer and families to support older people who have broken a bone following a fall.
31 October 2019