Advice and Information

The coronavirus and lockdown may be distressing for many people, but children and young people may need additional support.

From 1 August, the government will pause shielding unless the transmission of COVID-19 in the community starts to rise significantly.

NHS 111 can help if you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do.

Want to know how to get the most out of virtual health and care appointments for both patients and health care professionals? We've put together some tips.

Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of GP practices across Wigan Borough have started to use Ask My GP to help them deliver their services.

If you're a parent or a carer of a young person with a mental health problem, it can be difficult to know what to do. You may also need help and support, and there are resources out there providing advice and information.

Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently issued updated guidance for the use of masks for the general public during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this article we have summarised their key recommendations for wearing face masks.

In response to COVID-19, CQC has changed its approach to ensuring the safety and quality of care. Find out what they are doing and how you can help support them.

Find out what NHS services have been told about resuming routine care.