Most headaches go away on their own and are not a sign of something more serious. Headaches can last between 30 minutes and several hours.
There are lots of aches and pains many of us have to deal with on a day-to-day basis . Whether your pain has just come on or you’ve lived with it for years, these tried and tested self-help steps can help bring you relief. Just click on the category in the menu below to go straight to that section.
These are just some of the most common aches and pains. If you need advice on dealing with another area of your body check out the NHS A-Z of Conditions. The NHS website also has some great tips on how to deal with pain generally in its online article 10 ways to reduce pain.
Keep all medicines locked away and out of reach from children e.g. in a locked drawer, medication box or cabinet.