Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated by you at home?
- Back pain
- Dermatitis
- Heartburn and indigestion
- Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
- Constipation
- Migraines
- Coughs
- Acne
- Sprains and strains
- Headaches
Visit the NHS Wellbeing website
Medicine cabinet
You can treat many minor ailments such as colds, coughs and indigestion by keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home.
We suggest you keep the following:
- Paracetamol and aspirin (children under 16 and people with asthma should not take aspirin)
- Mild laxatives
- Anti-diarrhoeal medicines
- Rehydration mixture
- Indigestion remedy (for example, antacids)
- Travel sickness tablets
- Sunscreen – SPF15 or higher
- Sunburn treatment (for example, calamine)
- Tweezers and sharp scissors
- A thermometer
- A selection of plasters, non-absorbent cotton wool, elastic bandages and dressings
Remember:
- Keep the medicine chest in a secure, locked place out of reach of small children
- Always read the instructions and use the suggested dose
- Watch expiry dates – don’t keep or use medicines past their sell-by date
- Take all unwanted and out-of-date medicines back to the pharmacy
Other NHS services
As well as our practice, there are many other local NHS services you can contact for health advice, information or treatment.
You can ask your local pharmacist about lots of health issues, including when to visit your GP. And there’s no need for an appointment.
Visit our Who should I see page for more information.
Directory of other local services
MiDoS is an online service directory developed by the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) Integrated Care Board. It signposts BLMK residents to a wide range of local services, including health, social care, mental health, and voluntary sector support. This directory is also available for BLMK health and social care professionals.
How to Search for Services
- Enter a postcode or click on the globe icon in the top search box.
- Choose one of the shortcut buttons displayed below or enter a service name or keyword in the second search box at the top of the page.
Providing Feedback
To share feedback about MiDoS, click the ‘Give Feedback’ button located at the bottom right-hand corner of the MiDoS webpage.
