Advice and Information

Joy Marketplace provides local health professionals, community and voluntary organisations access to an online directory of local non-clinical services and support available to help improve the health and wellbeing of local people across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

NHS care is usually very good and most people don’t have any problems. But occasionally things can go wrong. Find out how to complain about healthcare services.

As autumn arrives, so does Stoptober – a month dedicated to helping people in the UK quit smoking. Smoking is a habit that can harm your health in numerous ways, but the journey to quitting can be tough. In this article, we'll discuss Stoptober, provide some vital statistics from the UK, and address the issues surrounding vaping as a potential aid for those trying to kick the habit.

World Mental Health Day sheds light on the importance of mental well-being and the struggles many of us face. This year, we're focusing on two pressing themes: isolation and loneliness. In Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, we are fortunate to have a valuable resource that can help combat these feelings – NHS Talking Therapies. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of World Mental Health Day, the challenges of isolation and loneliness, and how NHS Talking Therapies can be a beacon of hope.

Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

Organ donation – a simple act with the power to save lives. Organ Donation Week is here, and we’re spreading awareness about the life-changing impact of organ donation. Let's delve into why registering your decision with the NHS Organ Donor Register is so vital and how it can make a remarkable difference.

Everyone should be able to get the care and advice they need to keep their teeth, gums and mouth healthy. But lots of people tell us how hard it is to find an NHS dentist in Peterborough.

As we celebrate World Blood Donation Day, it’s important to note the crucial role each of us can play in saving lives through a simple act of generosity: giving blood.

This article highlights some of the health issues – and inequalities – facing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) community.

Rising energy and food bills have been the main focus of the cost-of-living crisis. However, people’s ability to pay their assessed contributions to councils towards their care and support costs has also been affected by the current situation.

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

Palliative care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. We have pulled together some guidance to help you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and make decisions about your future care.