Self-Help, Self-Referrals and Common Health Problems

Non-urgent advice: Self Help and Self Referrals

A large number of conditions will self resolve with some simple self management, it's just knowing what you need to do! The following resources should be helpful for a number of conditions, try the 'Health A-Z' for the condition or symptoms you have.

 

Think you need a referral? Some services don't require you to speak to a GP in order to access them. Why not see if you can self refer?

 

There are a wide range of resources available for mental health, drugs and alcohol, musculoskeletal problems, weight management, smoking cessation and more...

THE NHS APP

THE NHS APP

  • Get advice,
  • Order medication
  • View your GP Health record
HEALTH A-Z

HEALTH A-Z

Conditions and Treatments

LIVE WELL

LIVE WELL

Advice, tips and tools to help you make the best choices about your health and wellbeing

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SEXUAL HEALTH

Getting tested regularly is easy, free and quick. You can even order test kits through the post, free and anonymously.

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SEXUAL OR DOMESTIC ABUSE

Safer Futures, provides individuals with advice and support to become safe and to recover from the effects of domestic abuse and sexual violence.

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DEMENTIA SUPPORT

Alzheimer's Society are a vital source of support here in Cornwall for everyone affected by dementia.

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Choosing Wisely

Choosing Wisely encourages clinicians and patients to discuss treatments to make the right choice for you

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Workwell

A great service in Cornwall to help support patients recently out of work due to sickness, those returning to work and those at risk of being signed off sick.