When you live in Bradford, you need to pay Council Tax to Bradford Council. The money is used by Bradford Council to pay for local services. (If you live in a house which is registered as a HMO (House of Multiple Occupancy), you do not need to pay the Council Tax. The house owner is the […]
Everybody needs to register with a GP – a family doctor. You can register at a GP surgery near to where you live. For extra help, go to Bevan House in BD1 and register with a GP there. You will get a lot of support if you have come to Bradford as a refugee, or […]
You can go to your GP and/or you can use other services if you are ill, or have an injury. Other Services: NHS Website and Phone Line Pharmacist Dentist Optician Minor Injuries Emergency It is important to make the right choice so that you get the right care. This also makes sure other people can get […]
Mental health crisis? Phone First Response on 01274 221181 Mental health problems can happen to anybody. It is important to remember you are not alone. It is OK to ask for help if you are struggling. Maybe: you have experienced trauma or a stressful event you feel isolated and lonely you have had relationship or […]
If you have children, it is important to make sure their immunisations are up to date. This will protect them against serious diseases. Most immunisations are given when children are babies, or before they start school. Some are given when they are teenagers. Children’s immunisations You can ask your GP practice about children’s immunisations. Remember […]
It is really important to use any screening services offered to you. They can detect serious diseases. If you catch the disease early, you have a better chance of treating it successfully. All people who register with a GP are normally offered ‘age-appropriate’ health screening, as a new patient. Latent TB screening (Tuberculosis) If you […]
If you move to a new place, especially a new country, it can be difficult to stay fit and healthy. You change your daily routine, the type of food you eat and how much etc. Eating healthy food and getting regular exercise is important. It is the best way to stay healthy and avoid becoming […]
First visit – with your GP or midwife Helpful advice and information Appointments with a midwife Preparing for birth Other baby and pregnancy-related services in Bradford Giving birth Other useful information Abortion or termination First, visit your GP or the midwife service It is important to visit your GP or the midwife service as soon […]
If you are a migrant it is not likely you will be charged for most NHS treatment. But if you need some types of treatment, you will need to provide evidence that you are living in the UK lawfully and permanently. There are some rules that some healthcare providers have to follow. But mostly, the […]
Sometimes walking can be the easiest and quickest way to get around, especially in the city centre. If you are new to Bradford, go to If You Have Just Arrived. Get some tips about how to find out where you are – and how to find your way around. Walking for Pleasure Get the Bradford Countryside […]
