Founded in 1986, the remit of M.A.S. is to provide professional advice and information over the telephone on all aspects of medical and healthcare matters.

Covers all general medical queries: How to change you GP; explanation of operations and surgical procedures; mother and baby; insomnia; cosmetic surgery; etc.

Advice and referrals to specialist organisations/helplines

  The helpline is open:

6pm-8pm - Every night (Sunday-Saturday)

Outside these hours if you have an urgent medical enquiry please contact NHS Direct on 0845 4647, your family doctor or local pharmacist.

note: Helpline hours may occasionally change. Answerphone message on the relevant Helpline number will advise of any change.