Advice and Information

The Urgent Care Centre offers non-emergency care for walk-in patients who have minor illnesses that need urgent attention. The Urgent Care Centre in Dudley is staffed with GPs and nurse practitioners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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

Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

Your general practice team is made up of a range of people with different roles. Depending on your needs, you may be seen by a healthcare professional other than your GP.

But who are they, and what do they do?

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

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.

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

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.

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