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...

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HEALTH A-Z

Conditions and Treatments

LIVE WELL

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

MENTAL HEALTH

Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Grief. There are a wide range of support services available for patients of all ages, for any mental health difficulties you may be experiencing. Click here to view some of our recommended services.

MUSCULOSKELETAL PROBLEMS

Physiotherapy
MSK Practitioners
NHS Podiatry Services

URINE INFECTION?

Information on where to get help for both males and females.

Females 16-64 can go to a Pharmacy, without a GP appointment for assessment & treatment.

NEWLY PREGNANT?

Found out you are pregnant? Whether planned, or unplanned, it can be a confusing time knowing what to do next. You have various options available to you.

SEXUAL HEALTH

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

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.

MOLE SELF ASSESSMENT

What does a suspicious mole look like? When should you have one checked?

DENTAL HELP

Doctors do not have training in dentistry so you should contact your dentist for anything relating to teeth and gum health. There is support for those who don't have a dentist...

INSOMNIA HELP

Good sleep is important. You don't realise how important until you can't get to sleep. Fortunately there are resources available to help.

DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

Free support and advice is available to those struggling with drug or alcohol misuse via We Are With You in Cornwall

MENOPAUSE

Don't suffer in silence! Everyones experience is different, but no one should feel afraid to seek help with their symptoms. There are some useful resources available online, or book to talk to one of our friendly GPs about your symptoms.

SMOKING CESSATION

You're four times more likely to quit with NHS help.

Click to visit Smokefree Cornwall to access their contact details.

YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

It's all numbers! What's normal? What's High? What's Dangerous?

HEART AGE

How healthy is your heart?

DEMENTIA SUPPORT

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

HELP WHEN SOMEONE DIES

Bereavement can be difficult, you don't need to struggle alone as there is help available through the difficult times.

WEIGHT LOSS

Sometimes we just need a nudge in the right direction. Other times we need professional support. Maintaining a healthy weight can prevent a wide range of health problems.

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YOUNG CARERS

If you are a carer under 25 needing help, support or advice, Kernow Young Carers are here for you

CHILDRENS HEALTH - THE EARLY HELP HUB

Access to a wide range of services provided by Cornwall Council and Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

COMMUNITY GATEWAY

The Community Gateway is a dedicated telephone line that is available for everyone. Access to a wide range of local support & services that are right for you.

SOCIAL PRESCRIBING

Social Prescribing can help you to feel happier and healthier by encouraging you to join activities in your local area. It is designed to support you if you struggle with your physical or mental health or well-being.

TRANSGENDER PATIENTS

We proudly support or Transgender patients and can assist with referrals, prescriptions and monitoring in some cases.

Choosing Wisely

Choosing Wisely encourages clinicians and patients to discuss treatments in order to avoid unneccesary tests and procedures.

There are 4 questions as a patient, you should ask:

1. What are the benefits?

2. What are the risks?

3. What are the alternatives?

4. What if I do nothing?

You can read more here

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.

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