What is a Health Visitor?
April 3, 2026
What is a Health Visitor? Health visitors are qualified nurses or midwives who have undergone extra training. They work with families with children under five years old, to support and advise on child...
What is a Health Visitor? Health visitors are qualified nurses or midwives who have undergone extra training. They work with families with children under five years old, to support and advise on child...
What is a Pharmacist? In the modern NHS, a pharmacist is far more than someone who simply “labels boxes.” They are highly trained, clinically regulated healthcare professionals specialisin...
Where Should I Take My Unwell Child? A Parent’s Guide to NHS Services Seeing your child unwell is incredibly stressful. While your instinct may be to head straight to A&E, there are often faster a...
Navigating Social Care After Hospital Discharge: A Comprehensive Guide Being told you are medically fit for discharge is a positive milestone. However, for approximately 20% of patients—predominantly ...
How to park free at hospital Most people have to pay for hospital parking in England and Northern Ireland. This includes patients, visitors and staff. It is free in Wales and Scotland. Most hospitals ...
What is a ward clerk? If you are in hospital, get to know the ward clerk. Why? They are important as they do the admin on the ward and make things happen. They often are a mine of useful information, ...
What is a Community Midwife? A community midwife is a qualified healthcare professional who provides essential maternity care outside of a hospital setting. Usually based in GP surgeries, local clinic...
Working in Medical Education: 5 Pros and 5 Cons for Doctors and Students Choosing a career in Medical Education (MedEd) or Clinical Academia is a significant milestone for junior doctors and medical s...
How do I see a podiatrist? This is not usually an NHS service, unless you have diabetes, or other problems. You will have to look online to find a local one, or ask your GPs receptionist to recommend ...
What is PACS? Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS): is a digital system by which doctors can look at xrays on a computer. It works all over the UK. This system has four fundamental uses: ...
