Self care is about looking after yourself in a healthy way.
This can be anything from eating healthily, doing some exercise, managing common conditions or minor illnesses at home or living with a long-term health problem, such as asthma or diabetes.
Many everyday conditions can improve with rest, fluids and over-the-counter remedies. Understanding when to self-care and when to seek professional advice helps you recover sooner and ensures NHS services are there for people who need urgent or specialist support.
You can also use the NHS App to access healthcare advice and service information.
The NHS.uk website also has a health A-Z, which is a complete guide to conditions, symptoms and treatments, including what to do and when to get help.