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Kingston cost of living support this winter

Winter can be a challenging time, with increasing costs for everyone it’s more important than ever to know where to turn for support. Read our article to find out about local support in Kingston from food banks and community fridges to warm spaces, and advice and information services you can turn to.
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Keeping well this winter

During winter people are more exposed to viruses, more susceptible to health conditions and need more care from their support networks due to the colder weather.
A photo of a woman outside of a pharmacy. The pharmacy sign says 'get well sooner'. To the right a caption reads, 'think pharmacy first: if you have sinusitis, shingles, sore throat, impetigo or a UTI, your pharmacist can help. Pharmacists can now provide treatment or some prescription medicine if needed, for seven common conditions, without you seeing a GP.'

What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for me?

The Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.
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How can you find an NHS dentist?

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.
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What choices do you have at your GP practice?

Healthwatch have 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?
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What do we mean by NHS community care services

Community health services cover a wide range of services and provide care for people from birth to the end of their life. Community health teams play a vital role in supporting people with complex health and care needs to live independently in their own home for as long as possible.