Website that helps with the common aches and pains that are the symptoms of arthritis.

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A website to help with dealing with common musculoskeletal problems.

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A Gloucestershire NHS CCG service, where you can ‘Search by Condition’ or ‘Search by Services’ to find a number of services near you that can help with a wide range of issues ranging from illnesses to care services.
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For the past seven years, Maggie’s in Cheltenham has been offering personalised and group support and advice to people in Gloucestershire living with or affected by cancer.
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An independent charity helping unpaid carers in Gloucestershire. They offer support for carers to help not only their physical and emotional well-being, but to help them to make informed decisions that have a positive, lasting influence on their lives. Find out more

Gloucestershire Young Carers is a dynamic charity constantly growing and developing to meet the ever-changing needs of young carers in the county. Also provides direct services in partnership with a raft of other organisations and works with young carers to support professionals and commissioners to improve their response to young carers. Find out more

If you are a carer aged 16 and above and provide care and/or support for a family member, friend, relative or disabled child, you can apply for the carer’s emergency scheme where you can receive immediate help when you are unable to look after the person you care for due to an unforeseen emergency. Find out more

The Pain Toolkit is for people who live with persistent pain and Healthcare teams who support them.
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Meditation exercises to help with stress and pain. Courses available trough Pain Self Management and Let’s Talk.
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A non-profit self-help CD for people who suffer persistent pain.
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Local courses and one-one help for depression, anxiety and insomnia. 6 week Manage Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Course.  Refer yourself online or by telephone.
0800 0732200
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A free downloadable booklet with information on understanding persistent pain.
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An informative guide surrounding common health questions about your child.
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The centre runs a wide variety of groups and courses which can be found in their locality timetable. They also provide support to families on an individual basis; this could be around a variety of issues, e.g. parenting advice, money management/ debt, healthy lifestyles. Find out more

TIC+ (Teens in Crisis) provides face-to-face and online counselling services across Gloucestershire for young people aged 9-21 and their families. At TIC+ we care. We’re here to listen and support you – not to judge you. Our mission is to improve, preserve and promote good mental health and well-being among young people and their families.
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Information regarding health visitors in the Gloucestershire/Tewkesbury area.
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Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children. Find out more

From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS Choices – Childhood Illness

See the NHS Vaccination Schedule

Cruse Gloucestershire; help for the bereaved in Gloucestershire. Find out more

A service that includes regular individual and couple counselling sessions, which lasts around 50 minutes, are arranged usually once weekly. Counselling may last for a few weeks or may be extended over a much longer period of time depending on circumstances. Also offers counselling to families and young people.
01453 766310
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TIC+ (Teens in Crisis) provides face-to-face and online counselling services across Gloucestershire for young people aged 9-21 and their families. At TIC+ we care. We’re here to listen and support you – not to judge you. Our mission is to improve, preserve and promote good mental health and well-being among young people and their families.
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Relate is the UKs largest provider or relationship counselling and sex therapy. Below is the link to the Gloucestershire and Swindon centre. Find out more

Help in developing your support circle to help make your life easier. Find out more

All patients with diabetes will be invited annually to be screened in the locality. Patients already being seen by the eye service may not be sent an invitation. If you are a newly diagnosed patient with diabetes or have missed the local session you can arrange an appointment on their number.

0300 422 4419

Evidence shows that people with diabetes who know how to manage their condition have better long term outcomes.  It is recommended that everyone diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes attends an education session so that they can learn about their condition and how to manage it.

Locally NHS offer three self-referral patient education sessions (Diabetes and You, Diabetes, Food and You and Diabetes, Insulin and You).

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When newly diagnosed with diabetes, most people find themselves in a state of shock. However, being diagnosed with diabetes doesn’t prevent you from leading a ‘normal’ life.

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We are Diabetes UK. Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Diabetes affects more people than any other serious health condition in the UK.

0345 123 2399

Facebook: diabetesuk

Twitter: @diabetesuk

Email: helpline@diabetes.org.uk

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To find out about living with Diabetes please visit the NHS Choices website.

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Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Service is a county-wide service designed to reduce the level of domestic abuse and improve the safety of victims and their families. We operate in all districts offering a variety of support programmes for women and men over 16 years old experiencing domestic abuse.
0845 602 9035
support@gdass.org.uk
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CGL Gloucestershire is a free and confidential drug and alcohol service for adults (including offenders), families, carers and affected others.
Provides information, support, advice and treatment options from three main hubs across the county – Cheltenham, Gloucester and Stroud. They also work from a range of other locations including pharmacies and community venues.
01452 223014
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Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.

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If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.0300 123 6600 Talk online

Find a Local Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.0300 123 1110

For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS Choices – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS Choices – The Effects of Drugs

An information tool to help you gain knowledge about the condition.
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The leading Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease research charity.
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A local charity working with and for all older people in Gloucestershire. The services enable older people to maintain their independence, stay connected to their communities and enjoy quality of life. Find out more

Tewkesbury Memory café is a free drop in facility for those with memory loss, their families and carers. It provides an opportunity to meet others in a similar situation. Volunteers and professionals are on hand for help and advice. Refreshments are available.

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Flu and the Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Children’s Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Flu Vaccine FAQ’s – NHS Choices

Which Flu Vaccine should children have? – gov.uk (PDF)

The Flu Vaccination – gov.uk (PDF)

Details on Maternity Services in the Gloucestershire area. Find out more

If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps

Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you

Your six week post natal check

Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here – NHS Choices – Your Pregnancy & Baby Guide

Our aim is to offer assessment and NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) evidence-based psychological treatment to residents over 18 years of age, who have mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Patients must be registered with a local GP.
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Cruse Gloucestershire; help for the bereaved in Gloucestershire.

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Gloucestershire’s hub for young people looking for mental health support advice on how to cope with life’s ups and downs.

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TIC+ (Teens in Crisis) provides face-to-face and online counselling services across Gloucestershire for young people aged 9-21 and their families. At TIC+ we care. We’re here to listen and support you – not to judge you. Our mission is to improve, preserve and promote good mental health and well-being among young people and their families.
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Information and Support for all mental health issues. Mind Infoline 0300 123 3393 Find out more

Help, information and support for all those affected by mental illness. Find out more

If something is troubling you, call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.116 123 Find out more

Find a Local Mental Health Services

For more information about mental health, ways to cope with it and more visit

NHS Choices – Mental Health

One You – Feeling Stressed?

Please use the below link to submit a self referral for 18+ physiotherapy.

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Please use the below link to submit a self referral form for Child and Young Person’s Physiotherapy.

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You can fill out a self referral form for podiatry via the Gloucester Care Services. Access to NHS podiatry treatment is based upon clinical need, taking into consideration your general health and presenting foot condition. We do not accept referrals for personal/simple nail care, and these referrals will be returned.

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Hope House Sexual Health Services provides sexual health care across Gloucestershire. It is free and available to anyone who needs it. There is a clinic every Thursday at Tewkesbury Hospital. (Booking appointments only).
0300 421 6500
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If you, or someone you know, has been the victim of sexual assault or rape, the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) at Hope House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, is here to help.
01452 754390 (Mon-Fri, 9-5)
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Vasectomy is a quick, safe and effective method of contraception. The Marie Stopes Tewkesbury Vasectomy Centre offers male vasectomy procedures in Gloucestershire.
0345 300 0212
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They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK. Find out more

Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year. Get advice now

Find a Local Sexual Health Clinic

The Family Planning Association Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice 0845 122 8690

For more information about Sexual Health topics including a contraception guide visit NHS Choices – Sexual Health

A service to help you every step of the way whilst you quit smoking. They can support you with NRT (nicotine replacement therapy), which is free if you do not pay for your prescriptions, and under £30 for twelve weeks’ therapy if you do the pre-payment scheme. Whatever the choice, the team will be there right through your journey to becoming smoke free. Find out more

The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.

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Find Local Stop Smoking Services

Choose from an app, Quit Kit, email, SMS and face-to-face guidance. Sign up now

Everyone has a different reason for quitting, get a personalised Quit Smoking Plan. Get a plan now

For more information about the benefits of stopping smoking, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Stop Smoking

One You – Thinking of quitting?

A useful tool with information and guidance on how to remain fit and healthy and to gain an active lifestyle.
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The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.

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Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle. Find out more

Get help and advice from NHS Choices including 10 Minute workouts, 12 week fitness plan, running & cycling for beginners and much more. Get help now

You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight. Find out more

The free Easy Meals app is a great way to eat foods that are healthier for you. You’ll find delicious, easy meal ideas to help get you going if you’re ever short of inspiration.

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The plan is designed to help you lose weight and keep it off. Get started now

Calculation your BMI using this NHS Choices Tools

For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more visit

NHS Choices – Weight Loss

One You – How healthy is your food?

One You – How much have you moved today?