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Action for Sick Children Helpline
The Action for Sick Children Helpline was set up 20 years ago. It is a freephone helpline and is manned from Monday to Friday 9.30am-4.30pm.
It is available for parents and carers and children and young people to use if you have a problem or query regarding your child's healthcare, from how to register your child with a GP to what to expect when they need to go into hospital.
Helpline Case Studies
A parent contacted the Helpline with huge concerns about an up-coming life saving operation that her child would be having. She didn't feel that the concerns and worries that she had about this procedure were being heard by her child's medical team. She wanted to put a stop to the operation until she had been given an opportunity to speak openly and freely with the medical team. Advice and support was offered to help this parent find a way that she could communicate with her child's medical team.
A young person contacted the Helpline with concerns about GP confidentiality with regards to her healthcare. Advice was given over the telephone and a copy of the Action for Sick Children 'Consenting to Treatment for Children and Young People' leaflet was sent to them.
If you would like to contact the Helpline please phone 0800 074 4519
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About Action for Sick ChildrenFor almost 50 years we have championed the cause of sick children, involving Children and Young People in the Planning and Provision of Healthcare. Find out more about us, the work we do, and how you can help our work. |
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For Children & Young PeopleAction for Sick Children has put together some exciting information for children and young people. Also find out how to participate in one of the many activities we organise around the country ...
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Caring for Your ChildAs a parent, it's hard to know what to do when your child is unwell. We have put together information to help you with common questions about children's healthcare ...
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Information for Healthcare ProfessionalsAction for Sick Children is a leading UK authority on Children's Healthcare issues. We work with both healthcare professionals and Government bodies to improve the quality of care ...
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PublicationsAction for Sick Children recommend many books for healthcare professionals and students. You can buy any of these books using PayPal, Creditcard or cheque.
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