Health and Wellbeing
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At Leicestershire's larger libraries you will find:
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The NHS has several helpful websites:  NHS Choices - These pages give information on conditions, treatments, healthy living, health news and local services.
HealthSpace - HealthSpace is a free, secure, online personal health organiser. It can help you to manage your health, store important health information securely, or find out about NHS services near you. Anyone living in England, aged 16 or over, with a valid e-mail address can register for a HealthSpace account.  Choose & Book service - Choose and book your hospital appointment using this online service. You do not need to have a Health Space account to use it.NHS Direct - Check your symptoms with the free online health guide, and get free health advice and reassurance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Child Immunisation Useful information from Leicestershire County and Rutland NHS
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| Social Care and Health |
 People may need care and support because of their age, ill health, a disability, because they are caring for others, or during a crisis. |
| INFOLINX |
Index of local organisations including local health support
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| Online Reference LIbrary |
Leicestershire Libraries’ Reference Library has a selection of online health reference titles such as the A-Z of Medicinal drugs (from Oxford Online) and Which Medicine (from Know UK). Note: If you are not using this site from a Leicestershire Library you will need your Leicestershire Library Card number in order to access them.
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| Focus On Healthy Living |
 Focus On Healthy Living - A selection of books, websites, organisations and activities selected by Leicestershire Libraries to help you improve your lifestyle. |
| For Healthcare Professionals |
 Department of Health - Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publications for NHS and social care professionals.
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| Useful Links by subject | Includes Reference websites, local information and self-help groups. |
- Libraries are free to join and free to use.
- All the county’s libraries have a good range of health resources and information.
- Leicestershire's larger libraries:
Page Last Updated: 17 January 2012
