How do you get help with NHS health costs? Although most treatment on the NHS is free at the point of delivery, there may still be some costs. You can find out more about when you need to pay, the NHS low income scheme, help when on universal credit, travel costs and personal health budgets, […]
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How do you apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC)? A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU). Existing European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) remain valid until their date of expiry, so you do not need to apply […]
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Which dental treatments are available on the NHS? All treatment that is, in your dentist’s opinion, clinically necessary to protect and maintain good oral health is available on the NHS. How NHS dental care is delivered and/or charged for is is quite complicated. It is partly ‘on the NHS’ (free, or apparently free) and partly […]
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How can I get an NHS medical card? Medical cards are no longer issued in England. If you still have one it may have an old-style NHS Number made-up of both letters and numbers. However, in recent years this has been replaced for all patients with an NHS Number containing only numbers. For more information […]
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Do I need to know my NHS number to register at a GPs? No. It helps, but .. no. Your NHS number helps with the registration process. However, you do not need your NHS number to register with a GP practice. For more information about the NHS number visit the NHS website. What is an […]
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What are average NHS waiting times? The average waiting time for NHS treatment varies depending on the type of treatment and location in the UK (yes, there is a postcode lottery). But here is some information on current NHS waiting times (data is mostly for patients in England; sources below). Elective (planned care) waiting times […]
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Is there such a thing as a ‘normal’ person? No/yes. First of all .. no. The term ‘normal’ is perceptual and subjective, and may mean something different depending on the context of the situation. A person may use the word ‘normal’ when referring to the majority. For example, a person might be considered ‘ normal’ […]
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How often should GFR be monitored in CKD (chronic kidney disease)? Keep track of your kidney data with PKB It depends on the GFR and creatinine level in the blood, as shown by these key points. Key Points CKD1-2 – GFR/creatinine every 12 months CKD3A – GFR/creatinine every 6 months CKD3B – GFR/creatinine every 4-6 […]
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How do I get a NHS certificate for free prescriptions? You may not need to. For example, medical prescriptions are free in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. They are also free for people in England who meet certain criteria, including people who are: Under 16 or over 60 years Receiving Income Support, JSA, ESA or […]
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I’ve run out of tablets. Can I get an emergency prescription at my pharmacy? Yes. Your local pharmacy (or some that are not, if they agree) can give you an emergency prescription. But. It is always a good idea to check that you have sufficient supplies of your repeat medicines, particularly in the run up […]
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