What to do if you need medical help over the bank holiday weekend
Most pharmacies across Bradford District and Craven will be closed on Monday 26 August, therefore, people are urged to submit any repeat prescriptions well in advance of the bank holiday to ensure they don’t run out of medications and health is not put at any unnecessary risk.
With accident and emergency services typically very busy during this period, Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership also reminds the public to use 111.nhs.uk as a first port of call for fast and effective advice for non-emergencies.
Helen Farmer, Director for Access to Care at Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, said: “We’re asking everyone in the area to ensure they’re prepared for their medical needs so they can relax and enjoy a healthy bank holiday weekend.
“This means ordering in advance any repeat prescriptions, particularly for those with a long-term condition where the consequences could be serious if medications run out. People can order repeat prescriptions via their GP practice or by tapping into the NHS App. Anyone who needs urgent medical help or advice over the bank holiday can visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111. If it’s a life-threatening emergency call 999 as normal.”
Pharmacies that are open can give people advice on a range of conditions and suggest medicines that can help. They may also be able to offer treatment and some prescription medicine for some conditions, without needing to see a GP, whether it’s an earache (for children aged 1 to 17 years) or a urinary tract infection (for women aged 16 to 64 years). To find one open near you search ‘find a pharmacy’ online.
Emotional support is also available over this period through Guide-Line between 8am and 12am on 08001 884 884 or via the Healthy Minds website. For 24/7 urgent mental health crisis support, people should contact First Response on 0800 952 1181.
