Self Care for minor illness or injury

Self-care is the best choice to treat very minor illnesses, ailments and injuries. A range of common illnesses and complaints, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, upset stomachs and aches and pains can be treated with a well stocked medicine cabinet and plenty of rest.

Some self care essentials:

  • Paracetamol and/or ibuprofen
  • Anti-diarrhoea medication
  • Re-hydration mixtures
  • Indigestion or heartburn remedies
  • A thermometer
  • Plasters

 

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Help is available here for common symptoms, as well as guidance for self-help and advice on where to go if you need further medical care.

Sometimes self-help can be the quickest way to resolve your health problem. NHS Inform has self-help guides for a range of common conditions. Click here for NHS Inform self-help guides.