Health Directory
Get the balance right
A modern lifestyle brings a whole host of exciting opportunities and adventures to take advantage of. As opportunities for women are on the increase, so too are the stresses and strains experienced and taking care of ourselves has never been more important.
There is a wide variety of help and advice available on health issues for women - these pages cover traditional and alternative therapies, details of the latest research and contact details for relevant support groups. Everything in fact to help you take the best possible care of yourself.
Current Issues, breakthroughs and latest research information
NHS England
The NHS site gives details of all hospitals in South Yorkshire, also lets you search by postcode for the nearest doctor, clinic, dentist, optician or pharmacy to you. Read how your local hospital is performing and compare it to other hospitals in South Yorkshire.
www.nhs.uk/england
Search for hospitals, doctors, dentists, opticians & pharmacies near you >
Primary Care Trusts
Each Primary Care Trust has a link to the Patient Advice and Liaison Services (PALS) for your area
You can talk to PALS who provide confidential advice and support to patients, families and their carers, and can provide information on the NHS and health related matters.
Primary Care Trusts in South Yorkshire
NHS Patient Safety Agency
Become an informed patient by reading tip sheets about inpatients, outpatients, medication, emergency admissions, and sick children and relatives. Share your experiences with others and contact the Agency with your questions.
www.npsa.nhs.uk/pleaseask
Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman
If something does go wrong the Health Service Ombudsman carries out Independent investigations into complaints about unfair or improper actions or poor service by UK Government departments and their agencies, including the NHS in England. Free Service.www.ombudsman.org.uk
Health and Safety at Work
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
HSE's job is to help the Health and Safety Commission ensure that risks to people's health and safety from work activities are properly controlled.
www.hse.gov.uk
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