NHS DirectThe 24 hour nurse-led telephone advice service run by the NHS. Provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of common conditions. When to seek medical help. Advice on healthy living. http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk |
OnExaminationquestions for various medical examinations are available. http://www.onexamination.com |
NetDoctorExtensive collection of health information for paients, provided by an independent commercial company with a team of medical editors. http://www.netdoctor.co.uk |
TheSiteYouthNet UK is a small registered charity, providing information on drugs, health, sex, housing and relationships for young people in the UK. http://www.thesite.org |
Weight Loss ResourcesUK calorie and nutrition database and personalised weight loss tools. Uses one of the UK`s biggest online calorie and nutrition database. http://www.weightlossresources.co.uk |
The LancetUK medical journal. Online version allows only limited access to articles unless you subscribe. Discussion forum available. http://www.thelancet.com |
Doctors Net UKAccess restricted to GMC registered doctors. Medical databases, pharmaceutical/drug index, medical articles, forums. Free E-mail service available. http://www.doctors.net.uk |
Catalyst Health and FitnessOffers a range of health-related services including personal training, dietary advice and stress management. http://www.catalysthealth.com |
Cancer Help UKFree information service produced by the University of Birmingham. Good general information about cancer, prevention and treatments. Detailed information about specific types of cancer. http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk |
Patient Information Publicationsdirectory of health sites with informative reviews. http://www.patient.co.uk |
British Diabetic AssociationSelf help charity for diabetics. Information. Diet advice. Teenzone. http://www.diabetes.org.uk |
Royal College of NursingUK professional organisation for nurses. Includes news, policy documents, and discussion forums. http://www.rcn.org.uk |
Specialist InfoDirectory of Hospitals, Trusts and Specialists in the UK. http://www.specialistinfo.com |
General Medical CouncilAll practising medical doctors in the UK must be registered with the GMC. This official site describes the functions of the Council and displays guidance for doctors and the public. http://www.gmc-uk.org |
National Blood ServiceNational blood supply for England and North Wales. Facts about blood donation. Search and find a local blood donor session. Quizzes and games. http://www.blood.co.uk |
BBC Online HealthGeneral news and information about health including a message board and "Ask the Doctor" service. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health |
Welcome to WelltownGovernment website providing health information for key stage 1 pupils (5 to 7 year olds) in interactive stories and activities based on the National Curriculum and National Healthy School Standard. Includes healthy eating, physical activity, accidents and http://www.welltown.gov.uk |
NHS Information Authority : NationalAn official NHS site with seventy clinical resources for health professionals. Seven resources are limited to NHS staff only. Professional Portals also available for Nursing and allied Health. http://www.nelh.nhs.uk |
BBC News: HealthLatest health and medical news from the UK and around the world, with in-depth features on topical health issues. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/default.stm |
BUPA HospitalsInformation on what each BUPA hospital offers, and which consultants are available, and search for particular treatments, operations or tests http://www.bupahospitals.co.uk |