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  1. Guide

    Statins

    Statins are a group of medicines that can help lower the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood. Learn about their uses and side effects.

    1. Introduction
    2. When they may be used
    3. Cautions and interactions
    4. Side effects

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  2. Guide

    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a widely used type of antidepressant medication. Learn about what they're used for, how they work and possible side effects.

    1. Introduction
    2. Cautions and interactions
    3. About your dose
    4. Side effects

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  3. Guide

    Paracetamol

    Find out who can take paracetamol, how to take it, what the possible side effects are and what to do if you take too much.

    1. Introduction

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  4. Guide

    NSAIDs

    Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medications widely used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and bring down a high temperature (fever).

    1. Introduction

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  5. Guide

    Laxatives

    Laxatives are a type of medicine that can help you empty your bowels if you're having trouble going to the toilet. Learn about the types and things to consider.

    1. Introduction
    2. Considerations

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  6. Guide

    Ibuprofen

    Ibuprofen, one of a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), is a painkiller available over the counter without a prescription.

    1. Introduction

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  7. Guide

    Antidepressants

    Antidepressants are a type of medication used to treat clinical depression. Learn about their uses and possible side-effects.

    1. About antidepressants
    2. When antidepressants are used
    3. Cautions and interactions

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  8. Guide

    Preventing work-related injuries

    Although musculoskeletal disorders are very common they are by no means an inevitable consequence of work. Find out what you can do to stay safe and prevent injury at work.

    1. Overview
    2. What you can do
    3. Information for managers

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  9. Guide

    Acute myeloid leukaemia: Children

    Learn more about acute myeloid leukaemia, an overproduction of immature myeloid white blood cells

    1. Introduction

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

  10. Guide

    Talking to children about your condition

    Here we outline the steps you can take to help your children understand what is happening to you and help you through this difficult time in your family life.

    1. Why should my children be told?
    2. Who should tell my children?
    3. When should I tell my children?
    4. Where should I tell them?
    5. How should I tell my children?
    6. How much should I tell my children?
    7. Some suggested ways of saying things
    8. Coping with the changes
    9. Ages and stages
    10. Feelings
    11. If you're not going to recover

    04/02/2026 | Organisation

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