Many illnesses and minor injuries don’t always require a GP.
Pharmacists, mental health support, urgent eyecare and dental services are examples of some other healthcare professionals that can lend a helping hand over Christmas❤️
Here is how to book:
- Urgent dental care service: 0333 332 3800
- Urgent eyecare service: Search ‘primary eyecare NHS GM’ to book an assessment
- Urgent mental health support: Call NHS 111, select the mental health option (this service is 24 hours!!) OR search ‘Kooth’ or ‘Qwell’ to find free, safe and anonymous support
Some local pharmacies will have different opening hours on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day. To find an open pharmacy near you, click this link: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/bankholidaypharmacy/
For further information, please check out our primary care booklet, which can help you get to know where to go. It gives an overview of primary care services, what illnesses or health problems they can help with and how to access them, making it easier to choose the right service for you. To download it, search ‘NHS GM primary care booklet’. #GTKWTG
