Hertbeats is a Cardiac Support Group formed to provide practical advice, information and help to cardiac patients and their families within the St. Albans, Harpenden, Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield areas. Find out more

The Community Cardiac Rehabilitation Service (West Hertfordshire) provides a comprehensive package of care to patients with coronary heart disease and heart failure. It supports people to confidently return to their chosen lifestyle and activities and reduce their risk factors for a further cardiac event. Find out more

Rennie Grove Hospice Care is a charity providing care and support for patients diagnosed with cancer and other life-limiting illness and their families. Find out more

A local, independent organisation offering support and signposting for carers. Find out more

If you look after someone with an illness or disability, whether that person is young or old, or a relative, partner, child or friend who lives with you or not, you are a carer. Visit NHS Choices

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Babble is an online community for young carers, a space for friendship, support,
advice and fun. Find out more

Youth Talk is committed to helping and supporting young people in the District of St Albans. Find out more

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See the NHS Vaccination Schedule

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

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

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

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

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

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

We are a friendly and approachable bunch here at The Alban Way Children’s Centres. Our aim is to be a first port of call for you and your family. Visit the website

Helping children in Hertsmere and beyond reach their full potential by offering a network of quality services which are accessible, affordable and enjoyable for children and those who care for them. Find out more

Find out what to do when your dental surgery is closed and you have an urgent dental problem. Visit the website

Spectrum are a social care and health charity that supports and enables people to change their lives for the better and achieve positive and life-affirming goals. Find out more

Breaking the cycle of addiction. Find out more

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

Find a Local Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

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

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

Flu and the Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Children’s Flu Vaccine – NHS Choices

Flu Vaccine FAQ’s – NHS Choices

Which Flu Vaccine should children have? – gov.uk (PDF)

The Flu Vaccination – gov.uk (PDF)

Download our pack for top tips on leading a healthy lifestyle

A full programme of walks across St Albans District including St Albans, Harpenden, Wheathampstead, Sandridge and Bricket Wood. Visit the website

Patient Leaflets with advice and information. Find out more

Find out about Health in Herts

StreetLink enables the public to alert local authorities in England about rough sleepers in their area. Visit the website

The Open Door Homelessness Service is a night shelter and daytime drop-in for vulnerable people in St Albans. Find out more

Helping homeless people in St Albans. Visit the website

Emmaus St Albans is a homelessness charity providing up to 33 formerly homeless people with a safe home environment and the opportunity to work. Find out more

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

Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you

You will be very busy looking after your baby, but remember to go for your postnatal check with your GP at around six to eight weeks after the birth. Please make an appointment with a doctor close to when your baby will be 8 weeks old in order that the doctor can do a postnatal check and a growth and development check of you baby.

Your postnatal check

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

Antenatal clinic times at Lodge and Highfield Surgeries:
Lodge Surgery
Wednesday 2.00pm – 5.00pm

Highfield Surgery
Thursday 9.30am – 12.00pm

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

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

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

Find a Local Mental Health Services

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

NHS Choices – Mental Health

One You – Feeling Stressed?

We provide mental health and learning disabilities inpatient care and treatment in the community for young people, adults and older people in Hertfordshire. Find out more

Youth Talk is committed to helping and supporting young people in the District of St Albans. Find out more

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

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

Find a Local Sexual Health Clinic

The Family Planning Association Sexual health help line can give you confidential information and advice 0845 122 8690

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

All services are free and confidential to everyone regardless of age or gender. Find a local clinic

The LGBTQ* Clinic offers non-judgemental holistic sexual health care across a full
range of sexual health services designed to meet the specific needs of the
LGBTQ* community. Find out more

The clinic offers all methods of contraception, screening, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, evening walk-in clinic for the under 25s, condom provision and GUM services. Find out more

The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.

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Find Local Stop Smoking Services

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

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

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

NHS Choices – Stop Smoking

One You – Thinking of quitting?

The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.

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

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

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

The free Easy Meals app is a great way to eat foods that are healthier for you. You’ll find delicious, easy meal ideas to help get you going if you’re ever short of inspiration.

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

Calculation your BMI using this NHS Choices Tools

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

NHS Choices – Weight Loss

One You – How healthy is your food?

One You – How much have you moved today?