Useful Websites

For general information on health, self help and specific diseases -
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk | www.besttreatments.co.uk | www.patient.co.uk
For cancer or another serious illness. You can find out about other people's experiences, reliable information on treatment choices and where to find support www.dipex.org
Arthritis - www.arc.org.uk
Asthma - www.asthma.org.uk
Cancer - www.cancerbackup.org.uk
Diabetes - www.diabetes.org.uk
Heart Disease - www.bhf.org.uk
Skin problems - www.dermnet.org.nz
Stress, anxiety, depression - www.livinglifetothefull.com
Wokingham District Council - www.wokingham.gov.uk
Royal Berkshire Hospital: a wealth of information on using the hospital and on each department - www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Local NHS - www.berkshire.nhs.uk is called 'Your gateway to healthcare in Berkshire'.
Elderly: for excellent local resources for the elderly www.ageconcern.org.uk