NHS Talk webinar - May 2022

There are differences between the UK and Hong Kong's medical systems that can be difficult for newly-arrived Hong Kongers to navigate. Our Hong Kong Response Project invited Dr Arisina Ma to walk through the fundamentals of the UK's medical system. Dr Ma also introduced the services available to support long-term illnesses and medical needs for the elderly.

Find your GP, register with a GP
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/how-to-register-with-a-gp-surgery/
 
free NHS prescriptions (at the time of prescription is dispensed)
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions-and-pharmacies/who-can-get-free-prescriptions/
 
NHS 111: Call or Online
https://111.nhs.uk/?utm_source=nhsuk&utm_campaign=nhs_services&utm_content=nhs_111
 
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/hospitals/what-is-pals-patient-advice-and-liaison-service/