Sometimes you may think you need to see a doctor about something that you don’t actually need to. Check out our list of Frequently Asked Questions that you don’t need to see a doctor for, and links to the relevant websites or phone numbers:
- Blue Badge Application – Find out if you’re eligible first with this document: Can I Get a Blue Badge? You can apply online at DirectGov or by phoning Care Direct on 0345 155 1007.
- Social Care Services – Information about social services in Devon can be found her: https://new.devon.gov.uk/adultsocialcareandhealth/
- Early Pregnancy Advice – Please come into the surgery to pick up a Pregnancy Pack if you find out that you’re pregnant and make an appointment to see the Midwife either at Wyndham House Surgery or at the Tiverton Birthing Centre: 01884 235416. Maternity Forms will be given at Midwife appointment. You do not need to make an appointment with your GP unless you’re concerned about any symptoms.
- EHIC (European Health Insurance Form) – Register online for free healthcare in Europe and beyond: http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Healthcareabroad/EHIC/Pages/about-the-ehic.aspx
- Depression and Anxiety Service – If you’re suffering from mild stress, anxiety, depression or low moods please contact this service on 01392 385170 for an appointment or use the Online Registration Form. You may find it helpful to complete the following Mood Quiz to assess your symptoms. However, if your symptoms are overwhelming and you find yourself unable to cope, please see your GP.
- The Margaret Jackson Centre – You may find that sometimes you experience emotional difficulties that you are unable to deal with, one-to-one counselling may be able to help. Please call 01392 256711 to enquire or visit the website. Please talk to your GP if you find yourself unable to cope.
- Devon Recovery Learning Community – this fantastic organisation is a recovery college providing FREE courses for the wellbeing of people all across Devon. The courses include creativity, mindfulness, happiness, job support and many more. It is a self-referral organisation – for more information please visit the website.