Emergencies

This section covers the different types of emergency medical treatment that are avialable in London, as well as what to do in an emergency, and basic first aid. NHS Direct provides advice on 'What is an emergency?'.

For more information on emergency treatment services see the following

Feeling unwell?

NHS Direct offers offers 24-hour nurse advice and health information service, providing confidential information on:

What to do if you or your family are feeling ill;
Particular health conditions;
Local healthcare services, such as doctors, dentists or late night opening pharmacies.
Self help and support organisations.

For non-urgent health information the NHS Direct website provides

online Self-Help Guide
Health Encyclopaedia
online enquiry form (please note that the enquiry service cannot provide medical advice if you are feeling unwell)

Health & social care

Who does what

Emergencies

National Health Service

Freedom of information

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