1. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  2. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  3. Medical travel claim forms and information

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    We can offer you advice and information about how to arrange your travel to a medical appointment. Patient Transport telephone number: 01872 252211

  4. Contact Details

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    We can help you find local information and contacts including telephone numbers for the dentist, pharmacy and patient transport.

  5. Information on Cancer Support

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    We can help you find the information that you are looking for.

  6. Pharmacy Guidelines

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    What can you expect when visiting a pharmacy?

  7. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  8. Guidance on shielding and protecting people who are clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19

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    This guidance is for everyone in England who has been identified as clinically extremely vulnerable.

  9. Help for people affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence and those demonstrating abusive behaviours.

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    Safer Futures offers an integrated service across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly for people of all ages. They have a number of different programmes for different stages of your journey.

  10. Support for residents on the Isles of Scilly

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    Below are links to information and services that residents of the Isles of Scilly can access.

  11. Macmillan Grants and Loans

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    If you are living with cancer and need financial help, you may be able to get a grant or loan.

  12. Do you need to see an optician?

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    An optician service is available and can be booked through St Mary's Health Centre: 01720 422628.

  13. Criteria for Concessionary Boat Fare Scheme

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    Please see below the information on concessionary boat travel provided by the council of the Isles of Scilly.

  14. Where to go for support when you have an eating disorder

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    Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.

  15. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a new parent?

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    It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  16. NHS My Planned Care

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    Helpful information and guidance for patients waiting for a hospital consultation, treatment or surgery.

  17. Cornwall & The Isles of Scilly Integrated Care System

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    Health advice, mental health advice, social care information, compliments and complaints, your health, including information on commissioned services.

  18. Chat Together

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    What's next on your patient pathway? Join a Chat Together

  19. Useful Numbers

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    Useful phone numbers for Health and Social care services on the islands and mainland

  20. Carer Passport

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    Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) and the Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CFT) recognise the vital support that carers provide and outline in this passport what is available to carers attending one of their hospitals.

  21. Can I access my GP records online?

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    From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.