Health Library

Plain-English guides to common symptoms and conditions — what they usually mean, what may help, and when to get help from a professional instead of waiting. General information only, not medical advice.

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Everyday symptoms

Headaches

Common causes, self-care, and red-flag symptoms.

Migraine

Symptoms, triggers, and when to get checked.

Common Cold

What's normal, self-care, and when to get checked.

Flu (Influenza)

Symptoms, self-care, and when it turns serious.

Sore Throat

Causes, remedies, and when to get it checked.

Back Pain

Self-care, staying active, and red-flag symptoms.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Symptoms, self-care, and when it's serious.

Conjunctivitis (Red or Sticky Eye)

Causes, hygiene tips, and when to get checked.

Skin

Eczema

Triggers, skincare routine, and when to seek help.

Allergies

Hay Fever

Symptoms, self-care, and when to seek help.

Long-term conditions

High Blood Pressure

What it means, lifestyle steps, and warning signs.

Type 2 Diabetes

Signs, everyday management, and emergency warning signs.

Asthma

Symptoms, inhaler use, and asthma attack warning signs.

High Cholesterol

What it means and lifestyle steps that help.

Menopause

Common symptoms and where to get support.

Mental health

Anxiety

Common signs, coping strategies, and getting support.

Insomnia (Trouble Sleeping)

Common causes, sleep habits, and when to get help.

Children

Fever in Children

Safe self-care and warning signs to watch for.

Emergency-adjacent

Chest Pain

Why it needs urgent attention and what to do.

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General information only, last checked 2026-09-22 — not medical advice. For anything specific to you or someone in your care, speak to a pharmacist, GP, or other qualified professional.