Self Help Coughs, backaches, flu, and other illnesses and ailments...
Get immediate help with minor illnesses and injuries:
- Coughs
- Colds
- Headaches
- Hay Fever
- Back pain
- Sprains
- Burns and scalds
- Animal bites
- Cuts and grazes
- Minor head injury
- Norovirus
- Cold Sores
Pharmacists can also advise on minor illnesses and injuries:
Alternatively you can visit your nearest Minor Injury and Illness Unit:
MIUs have trained nurses who specialise in treating the following:
- Simple fractures needing x-rays and plasters
- Simple wounds that may need suturing (stitches)
- Minor head injuries with no loss of consciousness
- Minor illness, earache, sore throat, etc.
- Skin problems such as rashes, bites, stings and infections
- Eye conditions including foreign bodies and conjunctivitis
- Emergency contraception
- Minor burns
- Sprains
If you wish to get advice or see a Nurse or Doctor, please visit Appointments.