Advice and Information

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.

People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

CLCH is looking for Patient Representatives to help improve services, develop new ideas, better understand diverse health needs and focus on what matters most to patients.

Many people think we only help with issues relating to health, but if you have concerns about Social Care services and need assistance or advice, we are here for you.

The Hertfordshire and West Essex Shared Care Record connects GP practices, hospitals, hospices, out-of-hours/community/mental health services and adult social care information for health professionals.

NHS England is moving forward the timetable for the autumn COVID-19 and flu vaccine rollouts.

NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression is the new name for Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) mental health services.

Big changes have been happening across England's health and care system.

We have heard from a huge number of patients who can’t access NHS dentistry. Here is some advice to help.

Updated: 26/09/2025

Everyone aged 50 and over, people working in frontline health and social care, and people who are at high risk, will be among those offered a COVID-19 booster and a flu jab this autumn.

Everyone aged 50 and over will be among those offered a COVID-19 booster and a flu jab this autumn under plans to increase protection against respiratory viruses ahead of winter.

Knowing who to speak to about problems with your GP surgery can be complicated, especially since GP surgeries have changed how they talk to patients since the pandemic. Read on to find out what you can do.

Updated: 23/08/2024