Find the right service

Get in the know about local services in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and find the right service for you when you are unwell or injured.

  • Read our latest advice to help you get you the right care – need help fast?
  • Learn more about individual services in more detail.
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Need help fast?

We are making it easier for you to get help when you need it quickly, for situations when it isn’t life threatening, with two simple steps.

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Step 1: Try self care first

If your problem is minor and you haven’t been able to treat it yourself at home, try:

These services are quick, easy, and often all you need.

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Step 2: Need more help?

If it’s more serious or Step 1 didn’t work:

They’ll help book the right appointment for you.

If it’s a life or limb-threatening emergency, go straight to the closest  emergency department or call 999.

In a mental health crisis, call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. This service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Get in the know about services in more detail

GP practices

Your first port of call for urgent health matters and oversee all aspects of your routine and preventative care.

Urgent care services

Use NHS 111 for an appointment in the right place for you. Some services can be used without an appointment.

Pharmacies

Convenient health advice and medicines near you. Prescription medication for some conditions without needing to see a GP.

Mental health services

Find out all the local options for mental health support.

NHS 111

For urgent health needs, advice and services that can help. Available 24/7. Call, go online or use the NHS App.

NHS App

Manage prescriptions, appointments and your health record. Health advice via NHS 111

Self care

Learn how to look after minor health conditions yourself and where to get support.

Dental care

Urgent, non-urgent and routine dental care - get in the know
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