Mission statement
It is now far more than a telephone health line - NHS Direct has an authoritative health website, and 2004 saw the addition of the NHS Direct digital TV service - one of the largest interactive services in the UK. Over two million people now ... [... more]
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Corporate:Accessibility
Using access keys, and changing the appearance of your web browser. Access keys allow you to use your keyboard to go to core pages on the website. If you're using a PC, press and hold Access keys may not work on some web browsers. You may not ... [... more]
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Content authorisation policy
Material published on NHS Direct Online is Crown copyright, which is managed and licensed by the Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI). If you wish to use material from NHS Direct Online, you will need to apply to OPSI for a licence. There ... [... more]
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Corporate:Terms and conditions
terms and conditions, conditions of use, content authorisation policy, links policy, editorial policy, copyright, disclaimer, privacy Terms of use and disclaimer Terms and conditions Privacy policy Links policy [... more]
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Corporate:Freedom of Information Publication Scheme
Part Three - Inspection and Monitoring Bodies; Index to information held and Useful Resources A publication scheme is a guide to the information NHS Direct routinely makes available to the public and wherever possible provides an easy method of ... [... more]
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Cancer of the uterus
The uterus (womb) is part of the female reproductive system and is located at the top of the vagina. It is where a baby grows during pregnancy. The lining of the uterus is called the endometrium and is shed each month as part of your period. Most ... [... more]
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Thyroid, under-active
Hypo- means 'under' or 'insufficient'. The thyroid gland produces hormones that keep the metabolism functioning effectively. Hypothyroidism describes the general effects of a severely under active thyroid gland; where not enough hormones are ... [... more]
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Incontinence, urinary
Urinary incontinence is passing urine when you don't mean to because of partial or total loss of control of the bladder. It is estimated that 3-6 million people in the UK have some degree of incontinence. Urinary incontinence becomes more common ... [... more]
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Anterior uveitis / iritis:
Uveitis is the general name given to an inflammation of part of the uveal tract of the eye. The uveal tract is a group of connected structures inside the eye, made up of the iris (coloured part of the eye), the ciliary body (ring of muscle behind ... [... more]
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Nettle rash
Nettle rash (also known as hives or urticaria) is characterised by a lumpy, itchy rash with red spots. It is the rash you get when you have been stung by nettles. However, it can also be caused by a reaction to certain foods and occasionally, by ... [... more]
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Prolapse of the uterus
Your uterus (womb) is normally held in place by various muscles, tissue and ligaments. Prolaspe of the uterus occurs when the muscles supporting the uterus become so weak that the uterus cannot stay in place, and so it slips down from its normal ... [... more]
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Repetitive strain injury
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is used as an umbrella term to referring to various kinds of injuries to muscles, tendons or nerves caused by repetitive movement of a part of the body. Bursitis- Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac near a joint at ... [... more]
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