Advice and Information

Every year many families in Dudley could be paying for care fees that they may not need to. We have put together this guide to help you understand NHS Continuing Healthcare, how the assessment works, and what support you could get to pay for care.

As the weather warms up and the season changes, many parents notice their children starting to sniffle, sneeze and rub their eyes. While spring is a great time for outdoor play, for the 1 in 4 people in the UK living with allergies, it can also mark the start of hay fever season.

We've put together a guide to answering your most common questions about have fever and how to get the right help for your child.

Find out how to get active in Dudley borough

Discover the difference between the 'winter blues' and Seasonal Affective Disorder and where to find help and support.

Parents are being reminded to use their local pharmacy if their child needs help with minor illnesses or ailments.

Waiting for an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessment can take a long time. What support is available for people while they wait?

The Urgent Care Centre offers non-emergency care for walk-in patients who have minor illnesses that need urgent attention. The Urgent Care Centre in Dudley is staffed with GPs and nurse practitioners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Did you know that nearly half of young people in the UK have untreated tooth decay?

Does signing up with your dentist work the same way as registering with your GP? If you think the answer is yes, you're not alone.

Learn what NHS 111 is and how you can use the service to book an A&E appointment

A second opinion is when you choose to request the expertise of another healthcare professional after you've been given a diagnosis or treatment plan. What are the new rules about second opinions and and how can you request one?

Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.