1. Emergencies

For any health-related emergency, please dial 999 for an
ambulance. Calls to this number are always free.

2. Mental Health Support

If you need immediate help with your mental health:

• NHS Urgent Mental Health Triage: Call 111 and select
  the “mental health” option.
• Samaritans: Call 116 123 for 24/7 support.
• Text Support: Text HANTS to 85258 for
  24/7 crisis support via text.
• The Lighthouse Support: Text LIGHTHOUSE and your
  postcode to 07451 276010 between 4:30 PM – 12 AM for
  urgent assistance.

For non-urgent mental health support:

• Steps to Wellbeing Service: OfIf you’re 18+ and
  experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety, or stress, the Southampton
  Steps to Wellbeing Service offers a variety of therapies. You can
  self-refer via their website or phone. Website:www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk</a >
  | Phone: 0800 612 7000
• No Limits (for children and young people up to 25):
  Offers advice, counseling, and support. You can access help directly or
  through family, friends, or professional referrals. Website:
  www.nolimitshelp.org.uk</a >

3. New to Southampton?

If you are new to Southampton, it’s important to register with the nearest
GP (doctor) and dentist. You can find your nearest GP by searching “GP near
me” online. Follow the instructions on their website or visit the GP to fill
out a registration form.

4. Pregnant Women and Children

If you’re pregnant, please self-refer to University Hospital Southampton
(UHS) through this link:
UHS Maternity Self-Referral Form</a >. For general pregnancy information, visit:
NHS Pregnancy Information</a >

5. Screening Information

A. Screening During Pregnancy:

• Hepatitis B, HIV, and syphilis
• Down’s syndrome, Patau’s syndrome, and Edwards’ syndrome
• Sickle cell and thalassaemia
• 20-week baby development scan
• Diabetic eye screening (for pregnant women with diabetes)

B. Screening for Newborn Babies:

• Physical exam (eyes, heart, hips, testicles)
• Hearing screening
• Blood spot test for 9 rare conditions

C. NHS Health Check (ages 40+):

The NHS offers free health check-ups for adults aged 40-74 to assess risks
for heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and kidney disease. Those over 65 are
also screened for dementia symptoms.

D. How to get an NHS Health Check:

If eligible, you’ll be invited every 5 years by your GP or local council. If
not invited, contact your GP or local council. Some pharmacies also provide
this service.

E. Diabetic Eye Screening:

Starting at age 12, all people with diabetes are offered regular screening
to check for diabetic retinopathy.

F. Cervical Screening:

Women and people with a cervix aged 25-64 are invited for cervical screening
every 3 years (ages 25-49) or every 5 years (ages 50-64).

G. Breast Screening:

Women aged 50-70 are invited for breast cancer screening every 3 years.
Women over 70 can self-refer.

H. Bowel Cancer Screening:

Adults aged 50-74 are offered a home test kit every 2 years. Those over 75
can request a kit by calling 0800 707 6060.

I. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening:

Men are invited for AAA screening when they turn 65. Men over 65 can
self-refer.

6. Social Services & Charities

Southampton City Council manages adult social care and children’s services.
Website:
Adult Social Care SO</a >

Supports local charities and nonprofits, promotes volunteering, and helps
residents access services. Website:
SO Website

7. Hospitals in Southampton

• University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust:
  Provides acute, elective, and maternity services. Website:
  www.uhs.nhs.uk</a >
  | Phone: 023 8120 6325
• Practice Plus Group – Urgent Treatment Centre, Royal South Hants
  Hospital</strong >
  Website:
  Practice Plus Group</a >
• Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust: Provides adult
  mental health services. Website:
  www.southernhealth.nhs.uk</a >
• Solent NHS Trust: Provides community and children’s
  mental health services. Website:
  www.solent.nhs.uk</a >
• Mountbatten Hampshire: Specializes in end-of-life care.
  Website:
  www.mountbatten-hampshire.org.uk</a >

Private Hospitals:

• Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital Phone: 023 8026 6377
  (Open 24 hours) | Website:
  Nuffield Health</a >
• Spire Southampton Hospital Phone: 023 8077 5544 |
  Website:
  Spire Southampton</a >
• Practice Plus Group Hospital, Southampton:Royal South
  Hants Hospital, Brintons Terrace Phone: 0333 321 8269 | Website