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The image is of a pregnant person on the phone.

The image is of a pregnant person on the phone.Ready Steady Baby! "A guide to your pregnancy"

A detailed easy read resource on many problems people face during pregnancy
30 Oct 2024
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This image shows a group of people in a social gathering with drinks in their handsYour social life and cancer

This easy read booklet is about social life when someone has cancer.
25 Oct 2024
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The image shows two people who appear elderly and one of them has a walking stick. They both have winter clothing on and beside them are the words "Things you need to do to stay well"

The image shows two people who appear elderly and one of them has a walking stick. They both have winter clothing on and beside them are the words "Things you need to do to stay well"Things you need to do to stay well this winter

This easy resource gives practical tips on how to stay well during winter.
24 Oct 2024
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The image shows 5 different men and a guide dog, with the words "Going for a Prostate Examination" above them

The image shows 5 different men and a guide dog, with the words "Going for a Prostate Examination" above themGoing for a Prostate Examination

An easy read resource from Lanarkshire NHS, that explains the process of going for a prostate examination
28 Sep 2024
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The image shows a picture of 5 different people, with the words "My Prostate, what changes should I look for?

The image shows a picture of 5 different people, with the words "My Prostate, what changes should I look for?My Prostate, What Changes should I look out for?

An easy read guide explaining what to changes to look for in relation to a prostate.
28 Sep 2024
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The image shows someone looking at a screen with two people on it

The image shows someone looking at a screen with two people on itAttend Anywhere Appointments [Information for Patients]

An easy read resource with information on attending remote appointments
5 Aug 2024
The image shows a person standing with their arms stretched out and in the middle part of their body there's a a screen showing an image of their skeleton.

The image shows a person standing with their arms stretched out and in the middle part of their body there's a a screen showing an image of their skeleton.Having an X-Ray

Easy read information on attending an X-Ray.
5 Aug 2024
The image shows someone biting their nails whilst looking at a picture of where gallstones are on a human body.

The image shows someone biting their nails whilst looking at a picture of where gallstones are on a human body.Making a Decision about Gallstones [Winton Centre]

Easy read information about gallstones and how they are treated.
7 May 2024
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The image is of someone having a poo.Giving a Poo Sample - easy read [G.O.S.H]

An easy read resource explaining the process of giving a poo sample.
6 May 2024
Members only
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The image shows a sealed beaker with urine inside and someone sitting on a toilet.Giving a Wee Sample - easy read [G.O.S.H]

An east read resource explaining the process of giving a urine sample.
6 May 2024
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This image shows someone lying on a bed under a body scanner, There is also a person lying on a bed that's going into a CT Scanner and there's also 2 stickmen, one is holding a stethoscope and the other is holding a cross

This image shows someone lying on a bed under a body scanner, There is also a person lying on a bed that's going into a CT Scanner and there's also 2 stickmen, one is holding a stethoscope and the other is holding a crossHaving a Bone Scan- easy read [G.O.S.H]

An easy read resource explaining what happens when someone has a bone scan
6 May 2024
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This image shows someone with glasses on the left hand side, with an image of the prostate area on the right hand side

This image shows someone with glasses on the left hand side, with an image of the prostate area on the right hand sideMaking a Decision about an Enlarged Prostate

This easy read leaflet is about enlarged (big) prostate
3 May 2024
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The image shows someone scratching their chin whilst looking at an insulin pen and other diabetes medication and a blood sugar monitor

The image shows someone scratching their chin whilst looking at an insulin pen and other diabetes medication and a blood sugar monitorMaking a Decision about Managing Type 1 Diabetes

This easy read leaflet is about type 1 diabetes and explains what you need to know about managing the condition.
3 May 2024
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This image shows someone scratching their chin, whilst looking at an image of a pair of legs with protruding veins in the calf area

This image shows someone scratching their chin, whilst looking at an image of a pair of legs with protruding veins in the calf areaMaking a Decision about Varicose Veins

This easy read leaflet is about varicose veins.
3 May 2024
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The image shows two people looking at a NHS Test instruction letter and the person on the right is holding a test kit.

The image shows two people looking at a NHS Test instruction letter and the person on the right is holding a test kit.NHS: Bowel Cancer Screening - Easy Read

An easy read leaflet explaining the process of a NHS bowel cancer screening test.
23 Apr 2024
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This image shows 4 people. One is sitting down with their legs spread, then behind them there are 2 other people with one hand up and then there's someone standing behind them with both thumbs up.

This image shows 4 people. One is sitting down with their legs spread, then behind them there are 2 other people with one hand up and then there's someone standing behind them with both thumbs up.Easy Read - ‘Out of sight' – who cares? [Restraint, Seclusion and Segregation]

An easy read booklet about restraint, seclusion and segregation in hospitals and care homes.
13 Feb 2024
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The image shows someone cradling a baby in their arms.

The image shows someone cradling a baby in their arms.Easy Read - How will my baby be born?

An easy read resource that talks about how babies are born.
12 Feb 2024
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The image shows a picture of some forceps, which look like tongs.

The image shows a picture of some forceps, which look like tongs.Easy Read - What is a Forceps birth?

An easy read guide to forceps births.
12 Feb 2024
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This image shows a doctor talking to a patientA Guide to Your CPAP

This Easy Read resource explains what a CPAP is, how is works, what it is used for and how it helps some people.
15 Jan 2024
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The image shows a nurse starring at a computer screen and someone sitting beside them.

The image shows a nurse starring at a computer screen and someone sitting beside them.A Reasonably Adjusted Clinic for Patients with a Learning Disability - Toolkit

An Easy Read resource toolkit and videos on a reasonably adjusted clinic for patients with a learning disability.
15 Jan 2024
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image for illustrative purpose only: first page of document

image for illustrative purpose only: first page of documentAppointment communication cards

These cards help patients (incl. patients with limited communication, anxiety, autism or learning disabilities) prepare for their appointment.
6 Dec 2022
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Drawing of a man pointing at himselfCarers: looking after yourself when you care for someone with a terminal illness

This leaflet is for Carers who care for someone with a terminal illness. It explains how carers can look after themselves.
25 Oct 2022
Members only
a group of people from different gender, ethnic & religious background, ages and 2 people in a wheelchair hold a banner with the words NHS England and the picture of a thumb up. Below are the words: Accessible Information and Communication Policy - EASY READ

a group of people from different gender, ethnic & religious background, ages and 2 people in a wheelchair hold a banner with the words NHS England and the picture of a thumb up. Below are the words: Accessible Information and Communication Policy - EASY READAccessible Information and Communication Policy

This is an easy read version of the Policy which tells NHS staff how they should make sure that information and communication are accessible.
31 Aug 2022
Members only
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This is the first page of the form with the title and the beginning of the instructions.Giving feedback or making a complaint about your health care

This easy read document provides information on how you can give feedback, or making a complaint, about your health care.
31 Aug 2022
Members only
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start picture of the video with the NHS logo and the 111 logoWhat happens during a 111 call

The video explains you should call 111 if you need medical help & it’s not a 999 emergency. It tells you what you can do to have a good call.
31 Aug 2022
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Mental Health Patient Safety Plan

This is a safety plan to help you/ your carer(s) think of good ways to help you when you feel upset or angry, especially when you are in hospital.
16 Mar 2022
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Discharged From Hospital Against Medical Advice

This leaflet is about what it means to choose leave hospital before the doctor thinks you are well enough.
17 Mar 2021
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Mental Health Act: Making An Appeal

These leaflets are making an appeal if you have been sectioned under the Mental Health Act. There is one for Section 2 and one for Section 3.
17 Mar 2021
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Hospital Passport Template

A word document template that you can edit.
8 Mar 2021
Members only

Where am I? Information for Patients

This leaflet is about being in hospital and what to expect.
5 Mar 2021

Going To Hospital

This leaflet is full of photographs to help people understand what may be experienced during an appointment or admission.
1 Mar 2021
Members only

Questions To Ask When You Go To The Doctor or To The Hospital

This leaflet is full of questions you might want to ask your doctor.
22 Feb 2021
Members only

Covid-19 Hospital Summary

If you need to go into hospital with Covid-19, take this sheet with you.
17 Feb 2021
Members only

Making Choices About Your Healthcare

An Easy Read guide to capacity, consent and best interest decisions for adults.
17 Feb 2021
Members only
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