Advice and Information

This summer all current Year 13 students and under 25s starting further education can get a free vaccination to protect them from MenB.

Following the outbreak of meningitis in Kent, the local NHS is reminding people of the symptoms of meningitis and how you can protect yourself.

The local NHS has issued new advice to help you get the right NHS care when you need it quickly.

Updated directory gives information on all the public health and wellbeing services commissioned by Rutland County Council.

When autumn comes, protection from earlier COVID-19 vaccinations will be starting to wane.

Flu can be particularly dangerous for certain groups, including pregnant women, young children, and people with certain long-term health conditions.

A second opinion is when you choose to request the expertise of another healthcare professional after you've been given a diagnosis or treatment plan. What are the new rules about second opinions and and how can you request one?

GP practices very rarely remove patients from their list. If you are removed from a GP practice, you may need to register with a new one.

Throughout November we have continued our focus of engaging with children, young people and families about their experiences of accessing GP appointments and NHS dentistry in Rutland. We visited a stay and play session at the Uppingham Scout Hut and listened to the Rutland Disabled Youth Forum.

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and NHS prescriptions costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

The NHS is urging everyone eligible for a COVID-19 or Flu jab to get vaccinated this autumn.