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medical search page
The internet is a vast place and it isn't easy to find reliable medical information. The search button in the title bar above links through to the Patient UK website which is run by our practice computer supplier - EMIS. The information provided is the same as the doctors use at our surgery. The search engine is embedded in the title bar of most of the pages of this website.
You can also search the web via google from the box on the right plus search this site as well. I have put together a few links below which I hope you will find useful. Links to useful travel websites are available in our travel section.
Please note Shay Lane Medical Centre are not responsible for the information on any of these sites. See our disclaimer and privacy policy
Patient UK
This is the site behind the search box you can see in the title bar near the top of most of the pages on this website. Comprehensive, free, up-to-date health information as provided by GPs to patients during consultations. We use this at our surgery.
NHS Direct
NHS Direct Online is a website providing high quality health information and advice for the people of England. It is unique in being supported by a 24 hour nurse advice and information helpline.
NHS Self help guide
The NHS Direct self-help guide covers the most common symptoms which people call NHS Direct about for advice.
NHS Health Encyclopaedia
Everything you need to know about conditions, tests, treatments, operations and services.
Expert Patient Programme
A self-management course giving people the confidence, skills and knowledge to manage their condition better and be more in control of their lives.
DIPEx
DIPEx shows you a wide variety of personal experiences of health and illness. You can watch, listen to or read their interviews, find reliable information on treatment choices and where to find support. The site covers cancers, heart disease, mental health, neurological conditions, screening programmes, pregnancy, teenage health, chronic illnesses and many others.
Trafford Diabetes Website
Practical help and advice on coping with diabetes from our local Diabetes department. Useful links and factsheets.
Citizens Advice Bureau Health Adviceguide
A useful site detailing the NHS complaints procedure, advice on using the NHS, patient rights, factsheets etc.
The Patients Association
A charitable organisation providing patients with an opportunity to raise concerns and share experiences of healthcare
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medical search for GPs
This search engine is aimed at GPs and medical knowledge may be assumed in articles found.
By all means have a go though!
You may need to enable pop-ups in internet explorer to view results.
The HonCode Scheme
HonCode is short for the "Health On the Net Foundation" code of practice. This is an independent organisation which has voluntary rules or principles which health related websites can sign up to. Our website is registered.
A website must abide by the principles. Being registered is a guide to reliablity but if a site is not registered, it doesn't necessarily mean it is not reliable.
A toolbar plug-in is available to make finding registered websites easier. Read more about the HonCode scheme.
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