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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Babies, weaning
Food is often a source of worry to parents, with questions such as when to start introducing solid foods, what foods to begin with, and whether your baby will like it. Breast milk or formula milk provides all the nutrition that babies need for ... [... 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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Watering eye
Watering eyes are a common problem, especially in older people over the age of 60, and in babies (0-12 months of age). It can occur in one or both of the eyes. Your eyes need to produce a certain amount of tears so they stay moist and ... [... more]
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Flatulence
Flatulence is often referred to as passing or breaking wind, and happens when your body needs to get rid of the excess air that builds up from drinking and swallowing food and saliva. Flatulence can be embarrassing, but it is a common problem and ... [... 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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Norovirus
Noroviruses are a group of viruses that are the most common cause of gastroenteritis (stomach and gut upset) in the UK. They are also known as 'winter vomiting viruses', 'small round structured viruses' or 'Norwalk-like viruses'. The symptoms of ... [... more]
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Warts
Warts are small, skin-coloured, rough lumps on the skin. They often appear on the hands and feet and look different depending on where they are on the body and how thick the skin is. A wart on the sole of the foot is called a verruca. Genital ... [... more]
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