Useful websites and links
NHS sites
Medical advice, health A-Z and find services in your area
University Hospitals of Leicester includes Glenfield Hospital, Leicester General Hospital and Leicester Royal Infirmary
Promoting safe and effective evidence-based clinical practice in the University Hospitals of Leicester
Council websites
Melton Borough Council
North West Leicestershire District Council
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council
Rutland County Council
Police
Leicestershire Constabulary
Other websites and links
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Offers help and support for male victims of domestic violence
Helping people with aphasia live with hope, dignity, and comfort
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Backcare - the charity for healthier backs
Backcare (the charity for healthier backs) is a nationwide charity that provides support and information to back pain sufferers and their families
Beating the blues
Beat depression and anxiety
Bridges
Supporting better futures for children, young people and families in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland
British Pain Society
Involved in all aspects of pain and its management
British Stammering Association
Information and support on stammering, also known as stuttering
Broken Rainbow
Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people experiencing domestic violence
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Cancer - spot cancer early
Link to the cancer research website
Independant regulator of health and social care in England
Carillon radio
Hospital radio based at Loughborough Hospital and broadcasting (on 1386 and 1431 MW) to our hospitals in Ashby, Coalville, Loughborough, Melton and Oakham, can now be listened to online anywhere in the world
Choose my support
Resource to help people choose and buy the services they need
Communication difficulties contacts
A range of organisations that offer advice and information for people with communication difficulties
Connect
Practical, creative and lasting solutions for people with aphasia
Commissioning framework for health and well-being - 6 March 2007
Published by the Department of Health for consultation. It is aimed at commissioners and providers of services in health, social care and local authorities. It is part of the White Paper Our health our care our say implementation and consultation is part of the development of a final document which was published in Summer 2007
Free online care home comparison tool that covers over 24,000 care homes in the United Kingdom
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Support and advice for dementia. Message boards and tools for improving your memory.
A comprehensive resource of information, advice and education about Diabetes and its management for patients, carers and healthcare professionals. It Includes the Leicestershire diabetes management guidelines produced by the Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology UHL
Diet - nutritionist resource
A free, confidential service for those seeking support and information. Every nutritionist on the site who has submitted their profile has shown evidence of their qualifications and insurance cover, or is registered with a professional body with recognised codes of ethics and practice.
The dignity campaign aims to put dignity at the heart of care services
By young stroke survisors, for young stroke survivors
Public services all in one place
To encourage people to have conversations about dying, death and bereavement
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East Midlands Ambulance Service
Join the EMAS membership scheme to be involved and informed about the trust
Information for cancer patients, their friends and relatives and health professionals from Leicestershire, Rutland, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and area's around Burton in Staffordshire
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Greater Midlands Cancer Network
Information and resources, specifically for care of the elderly
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Information, support and services to people with a brain injury, their family and carers
Helping raise awareness - resources, publications, campaigns, iphone apps and more
information and effective resource materials to promote the health and safety of young children, birth to 8, with downloadable leaflets and materials
Support for people affected by Huntington's disease
Online health tracker, patient groups by condition and support and answers for patients, carers and families
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Create a tailored package of health information to print, email or save
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Simple ideas that have brought a smile to the face of a patient or carer
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Helps to reduce isolation and improve the quality of life amongst older people, disabled people and their carers
Diabetes support for patients and healthcare professionals Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Encouraging settings to promote healthy lifestyles
Useful information for the public in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland if there is an emergency. The Forum brings together all key public sector bodies to work on emergency preparedness. It met regularly during the swine flu epidemic to coordinate the response to swine flu.
Working together to improve the quality of life of those living and working in rural Leicestershire
Leicestershire teenage pregnancy partnership
The Leicestershire teenage pregnancy partnership brings together agencies in Leicestershire, including NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland, to prevent unplanned pregnancies and support young parents
Local information, village by village
Preparing for emergencies
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Resources for people with motor neurone disease (MND)
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National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society
NASS is the only UK charity dedicated to helping those affected by AS, by providing individual support and information to educate those affected as well as their families about the best ways of managing the condition.
All the information you need about blood donation
National Association of Laryngectomy Clubs - advice about removal of the larynx or voice box
Nutrition - nutritionist resource
A free, confidential service for those seeking support and information. Every nutritionist on the site who has submitted their profile has shown evidence of their qualifications and insurance cover, or is registered with a professional body with recognised codes of ethics and practice.
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This site brings together the views of these independent inspectorates: the Audit Commission, Care Quality Commission, Ofsted, and Her Majesty's Inspectorates of Constabulary, Prisons and Probation. Working together, they have looked at how well your local public services are delivering the things that are important where you live. You can also discover how well your local public organisations, such as councils and police forces are working together to meet local needs.
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Pain management service
University Hospitals of Leicester
Pain
The British Pain Society
Pain management
University Hospitals of Leicester
Supporting people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and carers
A safe site for 11 to 19 year olds who are HIV positive
Promoting safe and effective evidence-based clinical practice in the University Hospitals of Leicester
PSP Europe AssociationAdvice on progressive supranuclear palsy
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Help for people with aphasia who find it hard to speak, read, write or understand language
A brief explanation of common disorders affecting speech and language
Help give your baby the foundations for a better start in life
Information and a discussion forum for stroke sufferers
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Advice on how to keep your voice healthy
Searchable directory of voluntary and community groups
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Information on finding a care home