Physical health
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ACCESSING HEALTH CARE
Use this site to find a GP (General Practitioner; i.e. a doctor) who is close to where you live.
Use this site to find a dentist close to where you live.
Use this site to find an optician close to where you live.
It is good to know where your nearest A&E department is before there is an emergency. You can find this out here.
Find information here about getting medical care as a student in the UK.
HELP FOR ESOL/REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS
Here are lots of videos in different languages to help you register with a GP and book a vaccine.
Introduction cards to use at the doctors - ESOL/refugees and asylum seekers
A pocket sized card for use when visiting the GP. On one side is the English text and the other side has the translation. It can be used to make an introduction to the reception, to request equal and fair treatment, and to ask for compassion and understanding of difficult circumstances.
Communication cards for medical support - ESOL/refugees and asylum seekers
A double-sided card with useful vocabulary and phrases with translations. It can be used to speed up and clarify communication about health problems with the doctor, nurse, reception staff, in the hospital, with people who work in supporting organisations and to members of the public.
LOOKING AFTER YOUR HEALTH
Learn more about how taking care of your physical health can improve your mood and mental wellbeing.
Get information and advice about how to manage your weight if you're overweight or underweight.
Get information and advice about children's weight, including what you can do if your child is overweight or underweight.
Parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. It is positive, welcoming and inclusive, there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along, including children. All parkruns are free but you should register in advance.