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When
someone is facing an illness of any sort, what is
vitally important to the patient and family is Information.
Information about:
• The illness itself
• Possible treatments and management of the condition
• Help and support that might be available
Many of us know the experience of hearing the diagnosis,
and then afterwards feeling so confused that we forget
all that we were told. Or perhaps, being diagnosed
with an unfamiliar condition, we are no further forward.
Others may have been caring for a family member or
friend who is unwell, but feel completely alone with
no practical or emotional support and no idea of whether
any such support exists.
A Health Information service is provided by Hospice
in the Weald at the Hospice in Pembury. It is a free
and confidential service providing medically written
information in easy-to-read format on all issues
of health, illness and disability. There is no need
for medical referral, it is open to all, public and
health professionals and covers a wide range of topics
from childhood illnesses to conditions of older people.
There are many websites offering medical information; the links below will take you to sites that offer reliable and up-to-date information. If you would like help to access these sites or someone to talk to about information you find, contact the Health Information service.
Patient
This website provides non-medical people with good quality information about health and disease.
Website: www.patient.co.uk |
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NHS Direct
A 24 hour nurse-led telephone advice service run by the NHS. Provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of common conditions
Website: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk |
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Dipex
Everyday people talk about their own experiences of serious illness, health problems or health related matters
Website: www.dipex.co.uk |
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Cancer websites
www.cancerbacup.org.uk Cancer Bacup website
www.cancerhelp Cancer Research UK
www.macmillan.org.uk Macmillan Cancer Relief
Click to download the Patient Handbook
Click to download the Carer Handbook
If you would like further information about Health
Information in the Weald, please telephone them directly
on 01892 820511 or email
healthinfo@hospiceintheweald.org.uk,fax or telephone the Hospice directly. |
