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Useful contacts & help lines

Information about a wide range of health related matters, in particular those of concern to students.
NUS Online

The official website for the NHS 24 hour helpline. Provides information about health problems.
NHS Direct

Information and advice on all health related matters.
Student Health

For help and advice if you, or someone you know, needs help with a drink problem.
Alcoholics Anonymous

A comprehensive website on mental health (and mental illness) in the UK.
Mental Health

Information and help on all aspects of eating disorders.
B-eat

A guide to what vaccinations you will need if you are travelling abroad.
Net Doctor

Student 24 Hour Helplines

NHS Direct 0845 4647 – 24 hour NHS helpline

Quit line 0800 00 2200 - Support line for those giving up smoking

The National Alcohol Helpline 0800 917 8282

National Drugs helpline0800 776600

Meningitis Trust 0845 6000 800

Samaritans 08457 909090

Eating Disorders Association 08456 341414