Age related conditions, illnesses and diseases

As we get older there are some conditions and illnesses that we are more likely to develop. Find out more about them, their symptoms and how they can be diagnosed and treated.

Prioritising your health during strike action

There are strikes taking place in some parts of the health service. However, it’s really important that if you’re unwell or need urgent or emergency medical care that you still contact the NHS for help.

For urgent medical care visit NHS 111 online or call 111.
For emergency care or in life-threatening situations call 999.

Visit the NHS website to find out more about the strike action and how it might affect you

Have you had your flu jab yet?

If you're 65 and over, getting your free flu jab is one way you can protect your health. You can have your flu jab at your local GP surgery or pharmacy – it's up to you where you go.

Find out more