Advice and Information

Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. If you're an unpaid carer, find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Find out how they can help you.

Learn what the NHS 111 service is for and how you can use it to get the care you need.

If you're not well and cannot work you may need a fit note for your employer. Find out what a fit note is, when you need one and how to get one.

You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about how to register with a GP, what your rights are and what to do if you're refused the right to register.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care services? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or if you're struggling with NHS dentistry costs.

Healthwatch Stockport have been working on a series of screening programme fact sheets and we are excited to share the final one of six - for the Prostate Cancer Risk Programme. This follows the launch of our Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Breast Cancer, Bowel Cancer, Cervical Cancer and Diabetic Eye screening fact sheets.

Healthwatch Stockport have been working on a series of screening programme fact sheets and we are excited to share the fifth of six - this time, for Diabetic Eye screening. This follows the launch of our Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Breast Cancer, Bowel Cancer and Cervical Cancer screening fact sheets.

Earlier this year, Healthwatch Stockport developed and published a series of informative screening programme fact sheets. During August, we want to shine an extra spotlight on these handy fact sheets and the importance of screening.
It's our 'hot topic' for this month!

Are you a refugee or seeking asylum in England? Learn about how to access NHS care and what services you’re entitled to.

We've published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a GP appointment and the ones they are offered. But what choices should you get at your GP practice?