Cricket Green Medical Practice
75-79 Miles Road, Mitcham
Sutton and Merton
Primary Care Trust
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General Information
- BBC Health
Health Advice, information and current health news. - Department of Health
Health and social care policy, guidance and publications - Embarrassing Problems
To help deal with worrying health problems that are difficult to discuss with anyone - Intelihealth
One of the leading online health information companies with Consumer Health Information from Harvard Medical School. - Netdoctor
A collaboration between committed doctors, health care professionals, information specialists and patients who believe that medical practice should be based on quality-assessed information and, wherever possible, on the basis of the principles of evidence - NHS Choices
The National Health Service in England - NHS Direct
Health encyclopaedia, common health questions, self-help guide and other features. - Patient UK
Comprehensive, up-to-date health information as provided by GPs to patients during consultations. - Surgery Door
Medical News and information - Teenagehealthfreak
Health information for teenagers presented in a contemporary, cringe-free, entertaining and informative way. - Wellness Web
Information, services and products to improve your level of wellness. - Your Surgery
Easy to understand information for common and specific surgical procedures.
Alcohol Problems
- Alcoholics Anonymous
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
AIDS
- Terence Higgins Trust
One of the first charities to be set up in response to the HIV epidemic and has been at the forefront of the fight against HIV and AIDS ever since.
Arthritis & Joint Problems
- Arthritis care
The UK’s largest organisation working with and for all people who have arthritis - Arthritis foundation
US site with several different ways to get help in learning more about your arthritis - Arthritis Research Campaign
A UK charity dedicated to research into treatment and cures for arthritis. - National Osteoporosis Society
National charity dedicated to improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Osteoporosis
Asthma
- Asthma and Allergy Research Association
UK based charity which is nationally renowned for pollen and spore counts and conducts research into the cause and treatment of asthma and allergy. - National Asthma Campaign
The charity dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the 5.2 million people in the UK whose lives are affected by asthma
Cancer Information
- Breast Cancer Campaign UK
The only charity that specialises in funding independent breast cancer research throughout the UK - Cancer Backup
Europe's leading cancer information charity, with over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers. - Macmillan Cancer Support
Improves the lives of people affected by cancer. Providing practical, medical, emotional and financial support and push for better cancer care. - Marie Curie Cancer Care
A Charity working with cancer patients and their families across the UK. - Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
UK charity wholly dedicated to defeating lung cancer - The Cancer Research Campaign
The UK's leading charity dedicated to cancer research
Childrens Problems
- Autism
The National Autistic Society champions the rights and interests of all people with autism and ensures that they and their families receive quality services appropriate to their needs
Counselling
- Counselling Directory
The purpose of the site is ultimately to provide the UK with a huge counselling support network, enabling those in distress to find a counsellor close to them and appropriate for their needs. This is a free, confidential service that will hopefully encour - Life Coach Directory
A life coach support network, enabling individuals to find a life coach close to them and appropriate for their needs. - Relate
Relate offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support face-to-face, by phone and through its web site - Samaritans
Samaritans provides confidential emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair
Complementary Medicine
- Alternative Medicine
Directory of alternative medicine information on Yahoo! uk - British Chiropractic Association
The largest and longest-established association for chiropractors in the UK - British Medical Acupuncture Society
Promotes the use of acupuncture as a therapy following orthodox medical diagnosis by suitably trained practitioners - British Reflexology Association
The representative body for persons practising Reflexology as a profession and for students. - British Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis
Provides training of health professionals by health professionals in the clinical uses of hypnosis and is a resource for both health professionals and members of the public who are seeking information about hypnosis - Chirobase
A Sceptical Guide to Chiropractic History, Theories and Practices - General Chiropractic Council
UK-wide statutory body with regulatory powers, established by the Chiropractors Act 1994 - General Osteopathic Council
Osteopathy is a way of detecting and treating damaged parts of the body such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints - Homeopathy Home
Over 600 pages of information on homeopathy - Internet Health Library
The UK's largest Alternative Medicine, Complementary Therapy and Natural Health Care Resource - The British Homeopathic Association
The British Homeopathic Association and Faculty of Homeopathy. The web site has sections for members of the public, for healthcare professionals and for research in homeopathy. - UK Chiropractic Website
To locate a chiropractor, chiropractic clinic as well as physiotherapists or specialists in homeopathy and other reputable practitioners in your area
Diabetes
- British Diabetes Association
The largest organisation in the UK working for people with diabetes, funding research, campaigning and helping people live with the condition
Elderly care
- British Geriatrics Society
The only professional association, in the United Kingdom, of doctors practising geriatric medicine - Care Homes
A UK care home resource, featuring a detailed database of uk care homes and suppliers to the uk care industry
Epilepsy
- Epilepsy Action
Epilepsy Action aims to improve the quality of life of, and promote the interests of people living with epilepsy
Headache & Migraine
- The Migraine Action Association
Bridges the gap between the sufferer and the medical world by providing unbiased information on all aspects of migraine, its causes, diagnosis and treatment - World Headache Alliance
The WHA exists to alleviate the burden of headache worldwide. In particular by sharing information among headache organisations and by increasing the awareness and understanding of headache as a public health concern with profound social and economic impa
Heart Problems
- The British Heart Foundation
The BHF invests in pioneering research and support and care for heart patients
Immunisations
- NHS Immunisation Information
The most comprehensive, up-to-date and accurate source of information on vaccines, disease and immunisation in the UK
Infertility
- IVF and ICSI
A website designed by infertility specialists primarily for couples who are experiencing difficulty in having a child, and thinking that they might need medical help
ME and post viral syndrome
- ME Association
Providing information, support and practical advice for people who are affected by ME/CFS/PVFS (Myalgic Encephalopathy/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome) and their families and carers
Meningitis
- Meningitis Research Foundation
The MRF funds research to prevent meningitis and septicaemia and to improve survival rates and outcomes - The Meningitis Trust
The Meningitis Trust is an international charity with a strong community focus, fighting meningitis through the provision of support, education & awareness and research
Mental Health
- Mental Health Organisation
Work at the Mental Health Foundation covers children, adults of working age, people in later life and public mental health - Mind
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales; working to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress - Royal College of Psychiatrists
The professional and educational body for psychiatrists in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland
Mens Health
- Mens Health
Men's Guide to Fitness, Health, Weight Loss, Nutrition and more - Prostatitis Foundation
A support web site for Prostatitis, inflammation of the prostate gland. causes intense pain, urinary complications, sexual dysfunction, infertility, and a drastic reduction in the quality of life - The Prostate Cancer Charity
The largest and most comprehensive of the charities focused specifically on prostate cancer
Multiple Sclerosis
- Multiple Sclerosis Society
The UK Charity organistaion supporting people with Multiple Sclerosis, the most common disabling neurological condition affecting young adults - Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centres
A website for people with M.S. by people with M.S.
New Mothers and Babies
- Baby Directory
The Baby Directories are 200 page guides covering pregnancy and life with babies and children under 5. Organised into 10 regional books they each have thousands of listings, reviews and local ideas - Contact a Family
Contact a Family is the only UK-wide charity providing advice, information and support to the parents of all disabled children - no matter what their disability or health condition. The charity enables parents to get in contact with other families, both o - Home Birth Reference Site
Information about home birth, for parents who think that it might be the right choice for them, and for health professionals looking for facts and ideas - Jane’s Breastfeeding Resources
Support for breastfeeding queries and problems - The Miscarriage Association
Provides support and information for those suffering the effects of pregnancy loss
Nursing
- Royal College of Nursing
The RCN represents nurses and nursing, promotes excellence in practice and shapes health policies
Nutrition
- British Nutrition Foundation
Provides healthy eating information, resources for schools, news items, recipes and details of the work undertaken around the UK/EU
Osteoporosis
- National Osteoporosis Society
A national charity dedicated to improving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Osteoporosis
Respiratory Disease
- British Lung Foundation
The BLF supports people affected by lung disease, including a nationwide network of Breathe Easy support groups and Baby Breathe Easy parent support groups - British Thoracic Society
Providing information about respiratory and associated disorders and how they might be prevented
Rheumatology & Orthopaedics
- Back Care
An independent national charity that helps people manage and prevent back pain
Sexual Health and Family planning
- Brook Advisory Service
Free, confidential advice on sex and contraception for young people - Marie Stopes International
Sexual and reproductive health information - The Family Planning Association
The UK’s leading sexual health charity working to improve the sexual health of all people throughout the UK
Skin Disorders
- Acne Support Group
A registered charity which provides support and information to people affected by acne or rosacea - National Psoriasis Foundation
A patient-driven, nonprofit organization that is the voice for the millions of Americans affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis - The National Eczema Society
the only organisation in the UK and one of the most established organisations worldwide dedicated to the needs of people with eczema, dermatitis and sensitive skin
Smoking
- Ash
A campaigning public health charity working to eliminate the harm caused by tobacco - The Time is Right
Advice and practical information to help stop smoking - Whyquit
An educational resource devoted to the costs, risks and known dangers posed by smoking
Stomach and Bowel Problems
- Core
Information about digestive disorders for sufferers, their families and friends - Crohn’s Disease
A resource for the management and treatment of Crohn’s Disease and other Inflammatory Bowel Diseases designed to help both patients and healthcare professionals - Primary Care Society for Gastroenterology
A medical information resource primarily designed for use by health professionals, some areas may be of use to the general public eg links to patient information leaflets - Ulcerative Colitis
The National Association for Colitis and Crohn's Disease (NACC) brings together people of all ages who have Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease, their families and the health professionals involved in their care
Strokes
- The Stroke Association
The only national charity solely concerned with combating stroke in people of all ages
Travel
- Fit for Travel
Travel health information for people travelling abroad from the UK - Medical Advisory Services for Travellers Abroad
Travel health advice on anti-malarials, vaccinations and disease prevention for the public travelling abroad - Travel Health Online
A guide to health and safety in over 220 countries worldwide
Womens Health
- National Association for Premenstrual Syndrome
The only independent specialist patient and clinical PMS medical charity - Womens Health Information
Health information for women. Focusing on reproductive issues, visitors to this site will find articles on pregnancy, infertility, miscarriage, PCOS, endometriosis, pregnancy complications and other issues important to a woman's well-being
