What is the NHSD telephone service?

NHS Direct operates a 24-hour nurse advice and health information service, providing confidential information on:

• What to do if you or your family are feeling ill
  
• Particular health conditions
  
• Local healthcare services, such as doctors, dentists or late night opening pharmacies
  
• Self help and support organisations

NHS Direct works hand-in-hand with other healthcare services provided by the NHS, helping you make the right choice to meet your needs. Calls to NHS Direct are charged at BT local rates. Other telephone service providers, including mobile operators, may charge different call rates. For patient safety, all calls are recorded.

If you need health information or advice at any time of the day or night, call NHS Direct on 0845 4647