Nervous about your smear test? You aren’t alone. Read our latest update to understand why cervical screening is vital for your health, what support is available to make you comfortable, and how to check if you are up to date.
Learn how to access NHS support for back, neck, and joint problems. Many patients can now self-refer directly to musculoskeletal specialists and physiotherapists without waiting for a GP appointment. Find out how to check availability in your area and get the right care faster.
Start 2026 with small steps toward a healthier life. From using the NHS App for prescriptions to accessing treatment through Pharmacy First, discover the tools and local services available to help you stay well this year.
Our opening hours change during public holidays. Learn how to prepare your medication supply and discover how local pharmacists can now treat conditions like sore throats and UTIs without a GP appointment while we are closed.
Stay updated with your health! The NHS App is now being used to send you simple, secure messages about your care. Find out how to check your inbox and turn on alerts.
Wideopen Medical Centre: Diazepam for Flight Anxiety Following a review of current medical guidelines and best practice, the doctors at Wideopen Medical Centre have decided that we will no longer prescribe diazepam for fear of flying. Diazepam (a Class C/Schedule IV controlled drug in the UK) is not considered appropriate for this purpose under current clinical guidelines. If
You have asked your GP to refer you for an ADHD or ASD assessment and/or treatment service provider under your ‘Right to Choose’ (RTC). Your GP will write the referral and provide it to you, or send it directly to your nominated provider at your request. If you have any queries about the appointment, please
These are tablets that help to reduce your blood sugar levels if you are found to be diabetic by your GP.