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General
- Patient.co.uk
Comprehensive health information as provided by GPs and nurses to patients during consultations. - Net Doctor
Prevention, treatment and management of more than 500 diseases and conditions - BBC Health
Health in the news, A-Z of conditions, interactive tools, mental health advice and how to stay fit and healthy.
Alcohol, Smoking & Drugs
- Drink Aware
For the facts and to help alcohol misuse and alcohol related harm. - Go Smoke Free
Jam packed with useful tools to help you quit. - Talk to Frank
Drugs questions answered by e-mail, text, online or call – free information, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Mental Health
- Samaritans
Provides confidential, non-judgemental emotional support 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress and despair. - Students Against Depression
Offers students comprehensive information and discussion about depression. Developed in conjunction with students who have been affected by depression, low mood or suicidal thoughts. - Counselling Directory
Directory of private accredited counsellors and therapists and useful information and articles about the mental health issues they deal with.
Sexual Health
- fpa – Help and advice
Provides straightforward information, advice and support on all aspects of sexual health, sex and relationships.’ - Male Health
All the answers to the questions on the penis and testicles – size, erections, sex, orgasms and all the common problems.
International Students
- UKCISA
Promotes and protects the needs of international students in the UK. - Chinese Mental Health Association
Specialises in providing mental health assistance and support in the Chinese community in the UK.
Travel
- Fit for Travel
An NHS website giving travel health information for people travelling abroad from the UK. - GSK UK
Essential advice if you are travelling to a malaria hotspot.
University Sites
- Studenthelp
For student support services within the University