Advice and Information

How and where to access health and care services over the festive period.

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and NHS prescriptions costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

Tips and information on how to stay well during the winter

Brighton and Hove City Council have lots of information on how to look after your health and how to stay safe during winter.

The translated documents outline vaccination information in the most commonly spoken languages in Brighton and Hove.

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

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

My Choice is a free and accessible booklet containing information to help you feel empowered and to help you live well after a diagnosis of dementia.

Gloji is a tier 2 weight management service commissioned by Brighton & Hove City Council as part of the preventive healthcare and healthy lifestyles initiative in the city.

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.

People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some people find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.