General Advice

For information on how the UK health services work (known as the National Health Service or NHS), please visit the NHS website.

This website provides clear information on the variety of NHS services and how to register and contact them.

There is no direct translation of the NHS website. However, it can be translated using the ‘Google Translate’ function through a Google Chrome browser or other translation apps.

There are also other translated information guides on a variety of health topics in a number of different languages which can be found on the NHS website.

Accessing Interpretation

It is possible to access a free interpreter when using NHS services. Please watch our film on how to access interpretation at GPs, hospitals, and other NHS services. Versions with Arabic, Polish, Spanish, and Urdu translated subtitles can be found on our YouTube channel

Watch How to access an interpreter for NHS services on YouTube (3 minutes, 7 seconds)

Patient Advice Liaison Service (PALs)

If you need further support or advice on accessing NHS health services, please contact the Patient Advice Liaison Service.

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