Health Wire

Health articles and advice from our team of doctors

Health Wire

Health articles and advice from our team of doctors

How Long Can You Self-Certify Before You Need a Fit Note?

How long can you self-certify for sickness in the UK? Discover the seven-day rule, why weekends and bank holidays count, when you need a fit note and how self-certification affects Statutory Sick Pay.

Is It Legal to Get a Sick Note Online Instead of From Your Own GP?

Is it legal to get a sick note online in the UK? Discover when you need a fit note, whether employers accept private medical certificates and how to get valid sickness evidence without visiting your own GP.

How to Choose an Online Medical Certificate Service

Choosing an online medical certificate service in the UK? Learn how to check CQC regulation, verify GMC-registered doctors, understand turnaround times and avoid paying for a certificate that won’t be accepted.

Autumn Is Here: Why It’s Time to Think About Flu Season

The mornings are getting colder, the evenings...

My GP Can’t See Me for Weeks. How Do I Get a Sick Note for Work?

GP appointment delayed? Explore your options for sickness evidence at work, from self-certification to requesting a fit note remotely. Learn how private online sickness certificates differ from NHS fit notes, what information to prepare and why checking employer acceptance matters before paying.