Healthcare Roles Explained
A plain English guide to common healthcare roles, what they usually do, and what kinds of questions they may help with.
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Useful Links
- HSE Services General information on health services in Ireland.
- HSE Hospital Services Information on public hospital services.
- NHS Physiotherapy Plain English explanation of physiotherapy and what it may involve.
- Patient.info: Signs you might need physiotherapy Helpful overview of when physiotherapy may be relevant.
- NHS Occupational Therapy Plain English explanation of occupational therapy and daily living support.
- HSE Mental Health Services Information on mental health supports and services in Ireland.
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