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Looking after your health this winter

As winter sets in, your physical and mental wellbeing take priority. From getting your winter vaccines to looking after your mental health. We have advice and information to help your stay well this winter.

Winter health advice and guidance

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Supporting your children’s ‘super bodies’ this winter

As children return to schools and nurseries after the autumn half term, the NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside are sharing guidance for parents and carers on common winter illnesses that often start circulating at this time of year.
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How can your pharmacy help you?

Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Take a look at how they can help you.
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What is SAD, and how can you manage it?

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.
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What help can you get to pay for your NHS prescriptions?

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.
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Looking after your mental health all year round

One in four people in the UK have a mental health condition. With everything going on in our daily lives, awareness of our mental health and how to care for ourselves or others is essential.
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What is social prescribing?

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

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.
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Healthcare travel cost scheme (HTCS)

If you're referred to hospital or other NHS premises for specialist NHS treatment or diagnostic tests by a doctor, dentist or another primary care health professional, you may be able to claim a refund of reasonable travel costs under the Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS).
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