Self-care
We are here to help you when you need us. We are also committed to empowering patients to self care when appropriate, helping to keep you well and accessing local services where appropriate.
Did you know you can self-refer to services that can offer you support for a variety of medical and social issues. Find out more about local and national services to which you can self-refer and other useful health information below.
Follow the links below to register as a new patient, join our patient participation group (PPG), change your personal details or get a travel risk assessment form.
It can be extremely stressful when you or your child is unwell. We know that there is a huge amount of information available at your fingertips, but finding something that provides clear and accurate information is not always easy!
The resources on the Healthier Together website have been developed in partnership between parents and healthcare professionals from across Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. You'll find clear information on common illnesses, including advice on what serious 'red-flag' signs to look out for, where to seek help if required, what you should do to keep comfortable and how long symptoms are likely to last.
Most importantly, the resources are used not only by parents but also by healthcare professionals. This means that you will receive consistently high quality care, irrespective of which healthcare provider you take them to see as their advice is likely to mirror that on the Healthier Together website. Reducing unnecessary variation between professionals improves the overall quality of care and reduces the anxiety that inconsistent advice can generate.
Visit the website here: Home :: Healthier Together (what0-18.nhs.uk)
The NHS Live Well website contains advice about healthy living, including eating a balanced diet, healthy weight, exercise, quitting smoking, and drinking less alcohol. It also contains tips for mental wellbeing. You can visit the website by following the link below:
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What is in the vaccine and how does it work?
This video from the NHS explains what is in the COVID-19 vaccine and how it works.
- British Islamic Medical Association COVID-19 advice
The British Islamic Medical Association has a range of advice from Muslims on the COVID-19 vaccine and various other COVID related issues.
- How does the COVID-19 vaccination work?
Below are a series of videos in various languages that help explain how the vaccination works -
Supporting your recovery after COVID
As you find yourself recovering from COVID, you may still have symptoms that affect your body and mind. These symptoms should get better over time and some may last longer than others, but there are things you can do to help. The NHS' 'Your COVID Recovery' website can support you and help you to understand what has happened and what you might expect as part of your recovery.
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Practical guide for staying safe at home whilst isolating
This guide has lots of tips to help you stay safe at home if you are isolating due to COVID-19. It also provides support and advice for those using Pulse Oximeters at home.