Advice and Information

Halo Project supports Black and minoritised victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and hidden harms, including forced marriage, honour-based abuse and female genital mutilation.

For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.

Healthwatch teams across the North East have seen a significant increase in concerns from the public around getting to see their local dentist.

Tees Valley Clinical Commissioning Group has provided the opening hours for pharmacies across Teesside during the 2021 festive season.

Kooth's Parents and Carers Resource Pack supports all parents and carers when helping young people deal with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, as well as explaining about the service and how young people can access and use it

Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and how it compares with what people have told Healthwatch England nationally.

The Government recently published its COVID-19 autumn and winter plan, which you can read more about below.

Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

Anyone using ambulance patient transport services to attend their clinic or appointment must continue to wear a face covering in line with NHS guidelines for hospitals and other health services.