Along with minor illness advice and over-the-counter medicines, many pharmacies are now able to treat the following seven conditions: shingles, sore throats, infected insect bites, earaches, sinusitis, impetigo and uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).

Calling 111 or using the 111.nhs.uk online service is a great place to start if you require advice on how best to care for yourself or your poorly child, and can direct you to the right service. You can also use 111 to speak to a mental health advisor.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, anyone in Hampshire & the Isle of Wight can text ‘HANTS’ to 85258 to speak, by text, with Shout’s trained volunteers. This is a free 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.