Dr Vardhan’s Surgery

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Care and support

Armed forces veteran support

Have you or a member of your family served in the Armed Forces? Are you currently serving in the military, have ever served in the military or part of a ... [continue] Armed forces veteran support

Carers

Are you looking after or providing support for a relative, friend or neighbour? Are you being helped or supported by a relative friend or neighbour? Your GP needs to know ... [continue] Carers

Diabetes My Way

Dr Vardhan’s Surgery is taking part in the ” Diabetes My Way” programme which has been created for those living with diabetes and all those at risk in Greater Manchester. ... [continue] Diabetes My Way

Domestic abuse helpline

Wigan and Leigh Domestic Abuse Helpline – Support and advice for victims or anyone concerned about the wellbeing of others. Call: 01942 311365 – Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm

Eating disorder support

If you’re worried someone you care about is showing the signs of an eating disorder, the first step is to talk to them and encourage them to seek help. We ... [continue] Eating disorder support

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Are you in need of a local dentist, optician, or a pharmacy? Find an NHS service easily by entering your postcode in the NHS service locator widget on this page.

Find your NHS number

Your NHS number is a 10 digit number, like 485 777 3456. It is on any letter you receive from the NHS. You do not need to know your NHS ... [continue] Find your NHS number

Healthy Lifestyles in Wigan and Leigh

‘Inspiring Healthy Lifestyles are here to inspire you. We believe that everyone is capable of living a happier and healthier lifestyle by challenging themselves to get active and harnessing their ... [continue] Healthy Lifestyles in Wigan and Leigh

LGBT support

LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering advice, support and information services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities. We would like to thank Clare, Pride in Practice Co-Ordinator, ... [continue] LGBT support

NHS App

NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone, tablet or computer. You can use the NHS app to: Get your ... [continue] NHS App

NHS Health A to Z

Look up information about different conditions and treatments using the NHS Health A-Z widget on this page.    

NHS Live Well

Please use the NHS widget on this page for information and advice on healthy living.

Respect For All Counselling

Respect For All Counselling is a long-established counselling service covering the whole of Greater Manchester specifically for: People with Learning Disabilities Autistic People Their Family Members & Carers When is ... [continue] Respect For All Counselling

Wigan Family Welfare Free Counselling

‘Family Welfare provides a high standard of counselling, advocacy and community development services to all vulnerable people. Their service to individuals and families includes: respecting the individual or family life ... [continue] Wigan Family Welfare Free Counselling

NHS video library

There are lots of information and advice videos on the NHS YouTube channel. The service is provided to help you make choices about your health, from lifestyle decisions about things ... [continue] NHS video library

Self care

Did you know that 10 of the most minor ailments seen by GPs can also be treated by you at home? By treating yourself at home you could save a ... [continue] Self care

Who should I see?

We try to keep our GP appointments for patients with more serious health problems. Before you book an appointment to see a doctor please consider whether an appointment with a ... [continue] Who should I see?

Date published: 5th February, 2021
Date last updated: 1st August, 2022