We are urging people to take extra care and to access NHS services wisely during the upcoming strike action by junior doctors taking place from:
- Saturday 24 February – Wednesday 28 February
The strikes are likely to have an impact on some NHS services and see some appointments disrupted. However, please attend your booked appointments unless you are told otherwise.
If you need medical help, it is important that you choose the right NHS service for you or your family’s needs, to make sure urgent care is available to those who need it most.
Make sure you have enough of any medication you need, and remember, your local pharmacist can advise on minor medical problems. You can find your nearest pharmacy at NHS.uk.
GP practices will continue to be open as usual. Find out how to book an evening or weekend GP appointment by clicking here.
It is important that residents who need urgent medical care come forward as normal, especially when someone is seriously ill or injured, or their life is at risk.
If you have a health concern that is not life-threatening, NHS 111 online or calling 111 offers quick advice on the best option for you to get the care you need.
If it is a life-threatening emergency such as serious illness or injury, you should still call 999.
If you are a parent of a young child our Help for parents webpage provides advice on how to manage a range of common illnesses in children. Click here to visit our Help for parents webpage.