Healthcare reminder to people in North East and Yorkshire ahead of bank holiday
Ahead of the Early May bank holiday on Monday 4th, people in the North East and Yorkshire are reminded to plan their medicines needs, visit NHS111 online if medical advice is needed, and use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions.
Dr Hamish McLure, Regional Medical Director for NHS North East and Yorkshire, said NHS111 online enables people to access healthcare support on a wide range of health problems.
“The NHS is here for you if you need us over the bank holiday weekend,” Dr McLure said. “NHS 111 online can tell you where to get help for your symptoms, the most appropriate local treatment option such as a GP, a pharmacy consultation, a call-back from a nurse, or an urgent walk-in treatment centre.
“You can also use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions, and change your nominated pharmacy. The App also allows patients to see when their prescriptions have been issued, view their prescribed medication and receive messages about their care.”
Dr McLure added: “People should still call 999 and go to A&E in an emergency – when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk.”
NHS 111 online isn’t available for children under five. People looking for urgent medical help for under-fives should use the 111 phone line.
If you need urgent dental treatment over the bank holiday weekend, the NHS is here for you. Use NHS 111 online and if necessary the service will arrange an appointment for you. Health advice and information is also available at the NHS website, including help in finding a local pharmacy, GP practice or Talking Therapies service.
People may also consider having at home a small stock of basic medicines in case needed for minor illness or injury. These may include paracetamol, plasters, indigestion remedy and anti-diarrhoeal medicine. Ask your local pharmacist for advice on what medicines you should keep at home.
Download the NHS App for free on the app store or on Google Play.