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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