How Other Useful Resources Work

Other Useful Resources is a comprehensive collection of trusted NHS health information covering a wide range of health topics. The service provides access to clinically reviewed guidance on contraception, medicines, mental health, pregnancy, vaccinations, women’s health, and more. All content is curated by the NHS to help you understand symptoms, conditions, treatments, and make confident health decisions.

Yes. All content within Other Useful Resources is curated and clinically reviewed by the NHS. The information provided is evidence-based and designed to help you make informed health decisions. However, this content is educational and should complement, not replace, professional medical advice from your doctor.

You can access Other Useful Resources by navigating to the account homepage. Here you will see a series of Service Cards for each resource category. Simply tap the ‘Explore More’ button on any Service Card to access that specific resource.

Conditions A to Z: In-depth, NHS-verified guidance on hundreds of health conditions. Each condition page explains symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options, prevention, recovery tips, and when to get help. This is reliable information for understanding long-term conditions, acute illnesses, and everything in between.

Perfect for: Learning about a condition you’ve been diagnosed with or concerned about.

Symptoms A to Z: Clear information to help you understand what your symptoms might mean. Each symptom guide explains possible causes, recommended self-care, red flags to look out for, and when to seek urgent or emergency help. It’s an accessible way to make sense of how you’re feeling.

Perfect for: Deciding what to do next when you’re unsure about a symptom.

Tests and Treatments A to Z: Easy-to-understand explanations of medical tests, procedures, and treatments. Learn what to expect from tests like blood work, X-rays and scans, and treatments ranging from medication to surgery. Each guide covers how the test works, preparation, risks, benefits, and recovery.

Perfect for: Feeling prepared before a test or treatment.

Medicines A to Z: Reliable NHS guidance about medicines and how to use them safely. Each medicine entry explains what it’s used for, how to take it, possible side effects, interactions, safety warnings, pregnancy considerations, and how it works.

Perfect for: Checking how to take a medicine and understanding its effects.

Mental Health: Supportive and practical information about mental wellbeing and mental health conditions. This includes guidance on anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, and other common conditions, plus tips on coping, self-care techniques, and how to find professional support.

Perfect for: Anyone seeking mental health support or understanding their symptoms.

Live Well: Advice on healthy living and small daily changes that make a big difference. Topics include exercise, nutrition, sleep, weight management, quitting smoking, alcohol guidance, and overall wellbeing. Content focuses on practical tips you can apply right away.

Perfect for: Improving your lifestyle and boosting long-term health.

Pregnancy: Trusted guidance covering the entire pregnancy journey. From trying for a baby and early pregnancy symptoms to antenatal appointments, labour, birth, and early postnatal care. This section provides week-by-week information and reassurance.

Perfect for: Expectant parents and those planning a pregnancy.

Contraception: Clear explanations of available contraception options and how they work. Includes the pill, implant, IUD, injection, condoms, and more. Each page covers effectiveness, pros and cons, risks, side effects, and help choosing the right option.

Perfect for: Making informed decisions about birth control and reproductive health.

Vaccinations: Accurate NHS advice about vaccines for babies, children, adults, and travel. Covers how vaccines work, what they protect against, the UK immunisation schedule, safety information, side effects, and why staying up to date matters.

Perfect for: Understanding vaccines and planning immunisations.

Women’s Health: Information focused on health conditions and topics particularly relevant to women. Includes menstrual health, menopause, fertility, pelvic health, contraception, pregnancy, cancer screenings, and common conditions like endometriosis or PCOS.

Perfect for: Women looking for guidance tailored to their health needs.

Baby: Practical, reassuring NHS advice for caring for your newborn or young baby. Covers feeding, sleeping, development milestones, common baby illnesses, vaccinations, safety tips, and when to seek medical advice.

Perfect for: New parents and carers wanting quick, trusted answers.

To access any resource:

1. Navigate to the account homepage
2. Scroll to the ‘Other Useful Resources’ section
3. Select the Service Card for your topic of interest
4. Tap the ‘Explore More’ button
5. Browse the NHS content within that resource category

Yes. Most resource categories include search functionality, allowing you to quickly find specific topics, conditions, medicines, or symptoms you’re interested in learning about.

Other Useful Resources provides access to the complete NHS health information library, allowing you to browse any topic regardless of your personal health profile. Personalised Learning, on the other hand, automatically curates content specifically matched to your conditions and medications. Both services complement each other. Use Personalised Learning for targeted information about your health, and Other Useful Resources to explore additional topics of interest.

Yes. The content is curated by the NHS and regularly updated to reflect the latest clinical evidence, treatment guidelines, and health recommendations. This ensures you always have access to current, accurate health information.

Yes. Other Useful Resources are available to all registered NowPatient users regardless of whether you’ve completed your Health Profile. These resources provide open access to NHS health information without personalization.

If you can’t find specific information within Other Useful Resources:

• Try using the search function within the relevant resource category
• Check multiple related categories (e.g., a topic might appear in both ‘Health A to Z’ and ‘Conditions A to Z’)
• Use the ‘Common Topics’ section for frequently searched information
• Contact your healthcare provider for personalised guidance
• Use NowPatient’s consultation services for specific health concerns

You should contact your doctor or seek emergency care if you:

• Have severe or worsening symptoms
• Experience symptoms marked as ‘red flags’ in the resource guides
• Need a diagnosis or personalised treatment plan
• Have concerns about your specific health situation
• Require prescription medications
• Experience a medical emergency

Other Useful Resources provide educational information but cannot replace professional medical assessment and care.

Yes. The NHS health information within Other Useful Resources is designed to be accessible and shareable. You can discuss the information with family members, carers, or healthcare providers. However, remember that everyone’s health needs are different, and information should be considered within each individual’s context.

No. Other Useful Resources is a free service available for all registered users of NowPatient. All NHS-curated content is provided at no cost.