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This is a free well-being service offering advice, support and motivation to bring positive health to local people. They provide a range of 1:1 and group activities to help people to lead a healthy life.
This is a charity supporting young people to feel well, have a voice and get into the training, education or work that’s right for them
We are a network of local organisations which can help you to:
- Get fit and active through exercise sessions and health walks
- Increase your confidence and skills by joining courses such as cooking, art and gardening
- Eat healthily and exercise more with advice from a one-to-one Health Trainer
- Get connected with people in your local area
- Reduce feelings of loneliness by joining local groups and social cafes
- Develop ways of coping with mild depression, diabetes, chronic pain and dementia by taking part in self-help groups
- Receive information and advice about housing, debt, employment or other similar issues
- Find rewarding volunteering opportunities
An independent charity working in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary. Our vision is for Sheffield to be a place of safety and welcome for people seeking sanctuary.
The Social Prescribing Link Worker team triage referrals and carry out assessments over the phone or face-to-face, to find out how we can help and then use that information to signpost to a service who can best meet those needs.
Minor Ailments
Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated by yourself at home?
By treating yourself at home you could save a trip to the surgery and free up time for the GPs to see patients with more serious health problems.
Read about some of the most effective home treatments on the NHS website for:
- Back pain
- Dermatitis
- Heartburn and indigestion
- Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
- Constipation
- Migraines
- Coughs
- Acne
- Sprains and strains
- Headaches
Pharmacy first
Your Community Pharmacist is also a highly trained healthcare professional who can provide expert, confidential advice on common illnesses and provide effective over the counter medicines to treat them.
Many Community Pharmacies in Sheffield offer advice and treatment for minor ailments listed below via the Minor ailments scheme (MAS). If you are exempt from prescription charges, these treatments will be free. All Pharmacies have a consultation area where you can speak to the pharmacist privately. You don’t need an appointment and many are open during the evenings and weekends. List of ailments the Community Pharmacist can help with:
Athletes Foot Eczema (Dermatitis) Temperature (Fever) Period pain
Blocked Nose Eye infection Indigestion/Heartburn Pruritus (Itching)
Chicken Pox Haemorrhoids (Piles) Tummy upset Teething
Cold Sores Hay fever Insect bites & stings Threadworm
Constipation Head lice Mouth ulcers Thrush (Vaginal & Oral)
Sore throat Headache Muscular pain Toothache
Diarrhoea Earache Nappy rash
Antibiotics
Each year 25% of the population visit their GP for a respiratory tract infection (eg sinus, throat or chest infection). These are usually caused by viruses.
For patients who are otherwise healthy, antibiotics are not necessary for viral infections.
These infections will normally clear up by looking after yourself at home with rest, plenty of fluids and paracetamol.
Ear infections typically last 4 days
89% of cases clear up on their own
A sore throat typically lasts 7 days
40% of cases clear up after 3 days and 90% after 7 days without antibiotics
Sinusitis typically lasts 17 days
80% clear up in 14 days without antibiotics
Cough/bronchitis typically lasts 21 days
Antibiotics reduce symptoms by only 1 day
Antibiotics only work for infections caused by bacteria.
Taking unnecessary antibiotics for viral infections should be avoided because they may not be effective next time you have a bacterial infection.
Patients with long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes and COPD are eligible for flu and pneumococcal vaccinations. Ask at reception for more information.
Medicine cabinet
You can treat many minor ailments such as colds, coughs and indigestion by keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home.
We suggest you keep the following:
- Paracetamol and aspirin (children under 16 and people with asthma should not take aspirin)
- Mild laxatives
- Anti-diarrhoeal medicines
- Rehydration mixture
- Indigestion remedy (for example, antacids)
- Travel sickness tablets
- Sunscreen – SPF15 or higher
- Sunburn treatment (for example, calamine)
- Tweezers and sharp scissors
- A thermometer
- A selection of plasters, non-absorbent cotton wool, elastic bandages and dressings
Remember:
- Keep the medicine chest in a secure, locked place out of reach of small children
- Always read the instructions and use the suggested dose
- Watch expiry dates – don’t keep or use medicines past their sell-by date
- Take all unwanted and out-of-date medicines back to the pharmacy
Patient Conditions Information Library
Other NHS services
As well as our practice, there are many other local NHS services you can contact for health advice, information or treatment.
You can ask your local pharmacist about lots of health issues, including when to visit your GP. And there’s no need for an appointment.
