Advice and Information

People in Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale suffering from mental health issues this winter are urged to reach out for help and support from the NHS.

You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about how to register with a gp, what your rights are and what to do if you're refused the right to register.

Are you a refugee or seeking asylum in England? Learn about how to access NHS care and what services you’re entitled to.

We've published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a GP appointment and the ones they are offered. But what choices should you get at your GP practice?

People who have a sensory impairment or a learning disability continue to face difficulty communicating with services. Read our latest blog.

People on lower incomes face barriers to getting the care they need. We look at why it’s harder for people who earn less money to access NHS services.

Waiting for an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessment can take a long time. What support is available for people while they wait?

Everyone who uses the NHS in England could soon have a single patient record that brings together important information about your health care. So how and where are your records kept now, how can you view them, and what do you do if you find mistakes in them?

Does signing up with your dentist work the same way as registering with your GP? If you think the answer is yes, you're not alone.

Learn what NHS 111 is and how you can use the service to book an A&E appointment

To provide you with the knowledge and tools you need so that you are prepared to get the most out of your care.

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?