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Health & Wellbeing

The NHS, prescriptions, mental health, and looking after yourself explained simply.
How the NHS Works

Understanding the health service and how to use it.

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When it matters

Birth
Birth

Registered with a GP automatically. Childhood vaccinations begin.

Age 5
School age

Free NHS dental checks. School nurse health checks.

Age 16
Age 16

You can register with your own GP. Free prescriptions until 18 (or 19 if in full-time education).

Age 18
Adulthood

NHS prescriptions cost £9.90 per item (unless exempt). Mental health services become self-referral.

Age 25
Age 25

Cervical screening invitations begin (if applicable). Dental charges apply.

Age 40
Age 40

NHS Health Check — a free check-up for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke risk.

Age 60+
Age 60+

Free prescriptions, free eye tests, and flu jab invitations every autumn.