Kingston Carers' Network

Kingston Carers’ Network is supporting over 1,900 adult carers and over 470 young carers in Kingston through a wide range of services.

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Kingston Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)

Those who use our services first get an assessment of their mental health needs and a plan of the care and support they will receive. They will also have one named person who co-ordinates their care and support.

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Your Healthcare

The Child Health department is based at Hollyfield House and provides comprehensive administrative and information services for children aged 0 – 18 years who are registered with a Kingston GP and support the health professionals who require child health information.

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Chicken Pox

Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point. Find out more

Fever in Children

A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever. Find out more

Hand Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children. Find out more

Headlice

Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children. Find out more

Slapped Cheek Syndrome

Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks. Find out more

Further information

From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS – Childhood Illness

Alcohol and Substance Misuse - Kingston Council

You can get help with drug problems, drink and alcohol problems, find a needle exchange service and contact the Young People’s Substance Misuse Service.

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One You Drinks Tracker - Mobile App

Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.

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Talk to Frank

If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.0300 123 6600 Talk online

Drinkline

If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.0300 123 1110

Further information

For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS – The Effects of Drugs

Care Place

Supported living is a way of providing housing and support to help vulnerable adults, including people with learning disabilities, to live independently in the community. Supported living arrangements are very flexible and are designed to give each person choice and control over their home and the way they live their life. Each person receives a package of support based on their individual needs.

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Earwax Build-up

Earwax usually falls out on its own. If it does not and blocks your ear, put 2 to 3 drops of olive or almond oil in your ear twice a day for a few days.

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Healthy Lifestyle services in Kingston

Are you thinking about changing your lifestyle to become a bit healthier? Losing a bit of weight maybe? Becoming more physically active, stopping smoking or drinking less alcohol?

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My Maternity Journey in South West London

GP and Primary Care Update Letter

Maternity Booklet

Kingston Maternity Unit

At Kingston Maternity Unit, our philosophy of care is to ensure women are at the centre of our service. We strive to make every birth special and ensure your hopes and expectations are met in this special experience.

You can submit an online referral form to Kingston Maternity Unit.

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Antenatal Care

Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you

Planning your Pregnancy

If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps

Postnatal Care

Your six week post natal check

Further information

Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here – NHS – Your Pregnancy & Baby Guide

Claire Smith Counselling

Would you like to talk to someone about sadness, anger, stress, fear, anxiety, trauma or other issues.

07976604293

Claire Smith Counselling website
Counselling Directory website
Email:enquiries@clairesmithcounselling.com

Mind

Information and Support for all mental health issues. Mind Infoline 0300 123 3393 Find out more

Rethink

Help, information and support for all those affected by mental illness. Find out more

Samaritans

If something is troubling you, call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.116 123 Find out more

Further information

For more information about mental health, ways to cope with it and more visit

NHS – Mental Health

One You – Feeling Stressed?

Sexual Health Kingston

Provides routine testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV testing, treatment following HIV risk (PEPSE), emergency contraception services and dedicated clinics for young people and gay/bisexual men.

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Brook

Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year. Get advice now

Family Planning Association

They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK. Find out more

Sexual Health Help Line

The National Sexual Health Line Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice 0300 123 7123

Further information

For more information about Sexual Health topics including a contraception guide visit NHS – Sexual Health

Kick It Stop Smoking Service

We run our stop smoking sessions from a variety of locations locally so that it’s never too difficult for a smoker to get the help that they need. Your local library, GP and pharmacy likely have a Kick-It advisor running a clinic from within their walls.

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Get Support Now

Choose from an app, Quit Kit, email, SMS and face-to-face guidance. Sign up now

Get a Plan

Everyone has a different reason for quitting, get a personalised Quit Smoking Plan. Get a plan now

Further information

For more information about the benefits of stopping smoking, top tips and more visit

NHS – Stop Smoking

One You – Thinking of quitting?

Healthy Lifestyle services in Kingston

Are you thinking about changing your lifestyle to become a bit healthier? Losing a bit of weight maybe? Becoming more physically active, stopping smoking or drinking less alcohol?

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Weight Watchers

Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle. Find out more

Want to get more active

Get help and advice from NHS including 10 Minute workouts, 12 week fitness plan, running & cycling for beginners and much more. Get help now

Slimming World

You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight. Find out more

Get started on the nhs 12 Week Weight Loss Plan

The plan is designed to help you lose weight and keep it off. Get started now

Am I a Healthy Weight

Calculation your BMI using this NHS Tools

Further information

For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more visit

NHS – Weight Loss

One You – How healthy is your food?

One You – How much have you moved today?