Advice and Information

For the two weeks beginning Monday 23rd December and Monday 30th December there will be very limited cover at Healthwatch Warwickshire. We will respond to messages as soon as we can, but this may be after we re-open on Monday 6th January 2025.

You can register if you are 18+ and have an upcoming appointment.

If you have had Covid-19 and are suffering with fatigue, breathlessness, or a cough, it could be Long Covid.

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.

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

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.

Do you or someone you care for need help with daily living tasks or getting out and about? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about adult social care.

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 of your GP appointment.

People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

My Planned Care is an NHS website that gives you advice and support while you wait and helps you to prepare for your hospital consultation, treatment, or surgery. This includes giving you information about waiting times at your hospital and other supporting and local services while you wait.

You can also find your hospital or treatment centre using the A-Z Search or a Postcode Search. In addition, you can compare average waiting times for your local hospitals.

Need information about prescription charges, increases and ways to save?

Anyone aged 13 years or older who is registered with an NHS GP surgery in England, can use the NHS App. To be able to use the NHS App you will need an NHS login.