Knowing which NHS service to use can help you get the right care faster.Your GP surgery is best for ongoing health concerns, medication reviews, and non-urgent problems.
Remember to use your surgery’s website to contact them, via online consultations if you are able to!
Use your local pharmacy, for many common, minor illnesses, your local community pharmacy can now provide advice and treatment through the NHS Pharmacy First scheme, without the need for a GP appointment. Trained pharmacists can assess symptoms, offer clinical advice, and in some cases provide NHS treatment or medication where appropriate.Find your nearest pharmacy here: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/
If you need medical advice when the surgery is closed, NHS 111 is available 24/7 online or by phone.
They can advise you on self-care, arrange an out-of-hours GP appointment, or direct you to urgent care if needed.
Use the link here to access NHS 111: https://111.nhs.uk/
A&E should only be used for serious or life-threatening emergencies, such as chest pain, severe bleeding, breathing difficulties, or loss of consciousness.Find your nearest emergency service here: https://www.nhs.uk/…/find-urgent-and-emergency-care…/
Using services appropriately helps keep emergency care available for those who need it most.
