Health Links

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Alcohol

Willow
A drop-in service for women concerned about there own or someone else’s drinking. Based in several community venues across the borough.
01942 679300

Allergies

British Allergy Foundation
A registered charity.

Alternative Medicine

Maryland School of Medicine
Comprehensive listing of resources for patients seeking more information regarding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Asthma

British Thoracic Society
An association of professionals with an interest in respiratory medicine. There is a very useful Patient Information section on the site.
National Asthma Campaign
Patient friendly site with good teenager section.
The British Lung Foundation
The British Lung Foundation: A charity which tackles all respiratory conitions. There are lots of useful information leaflets on this site.

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Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Relief
UK charity that works to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer. Best known for MacMillan nurses. Website contains lots of information for patients as well as explaining how they work.

Carers

Carers UK
Help and support for carers
Cinnamon
Providing pet care for elderly people who are having health problems. Could you foster a pet whilst their owner is unwell?
Age UK
Advice for elderly people & their carers - Age Concern & Help the Aged have joined forces
Pensioners Link
This partnership for older people provides support for people over the age of 50. They offer a wide range of services e.g. advocacy, counselling, help in becoming more involved in social & community activities. tel 261753

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Depression

Depression
See Mental Health
Sure Start Counselling
Free & confidential service. Available to people who are pregnant or have a child under the age of 5 years living in their home.
tel 01942 707 017
Living Life to the Full
web based resource for people suffering from depression
Wigan in Mind
Web based information & self help regarding depression

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Eczema

Eczema
See Skin Problems
National Eczema Society

Epilepsy

The National Society for Epilepsy
The National Society for Epilepsy´s mission is to enhance the quality of life of people affected by epilepsy, by promoting research, education and public awareness and by delivering specialist medical care and support services.

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Family Problems

Anger Management
Available at Wigan Family Welfare. People may self refer - call 01942 867 888 for an appointment.
Wigan Family Welfare
Identifying & meeting the needs of families & children. Offers advocacy, community development, counselling, anger management etc etc
Change 4 Life
Eat well. Move more. Live longer.
Healthy lifestyle information
tel 0300 123 4567
Relate
Relationship counselling. Also Relateen for young people affected by relationship issues.

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Hyperhidrosis

The Hyperhidrosis Support Group
The Hyperhidrosis Support Group is a voluntary organisation that provides information on hyperhidrosis (excess sweating).

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Local Health Information

Ashton, Leigh & Wigan Primary Care Trust
Information on our Primary Care Trust services and how to access them.
Fit for Work Service
For people who are absent from work or may become absent from work due to a health issue. Gain assistance from a team of advisors to develop return to work plans & get support from relevant services e.g. dept advice, childcare, housing & transport.
Self referral - tel: 07525 324 502
Health Trainers
Make an appointment with the Health Trainer & start the step by step journey to a healthier you. General lifestyle advice & much more. Tel 01942 481712 for an appointment or fill in a form at reception.
Vasectomy
Men can self refer to the Vasectomy service at the Thomas Linacre Centre in Wigan. Tel 01942 774625 for an appointment, a referral from the GP in not needed.
Lose Weight Feel Great
Lose Weight Feel Great
tel 01942 496 496

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Mental Health

Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (C-CBT)
For people with mild to moderate depression & anxiety. Also available - a programme for panic disorder, phobias & generalised anxiety. Free & confidential service. Involves an interactive computer programme, does not require computer experience. May be supported by CCBT workers, but can be accessed from home.
Self refer to Making Space tel: 01925 571 680
Crisis Team
Emergency helpline for those with a mental health crisis.
tel 264536
Depression Alliance
Charity which works to relieve and to prevent this treatable condition by providing information and support services to those who are affected by it.
MIND
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales, working to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress.
Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland Mental Health Trust
Contains some very useful self help information leaflets
Cruse Bereavement Care
This national charity provides counselling & help for bereaved people.

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Psoriasis

The Psoriasis Association
Support and information
Psoriasis
See Skin Problems

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Skin Problems

The British Association of Dermatologists
Useful, downloadable information leaflets on a large range of skin problems and some treatments
The Psoriasis Association
The Skin Care Campaign (SCC)
An umbrella organisation representing the interests of all people with skin diseases in the UK.

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Womens Health and Resources

Family Planning Association
Family planning association. Offers advice regarding contraception.
Wave
Domestic Abuse Centre
84 Railway Rd
Leigh WN7 4AN
01924 262290
Well Woman Centre
Helping Women to Help Themselves.
This charity offers counselling, support networks & holistic therapies.
Tel 681411
Marie Stopes
Offers support & advice on termination of pregnancy, vasectomy & sexual health services
Talk Choice
Offers information on contraceptive choices.