NHS Direct
You can call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47, 24 hours a day for confidential
advice and information about your health, or visit their website.
NHS Walk-in Centres
These centres offer fast & convenient access to local NHS advice, information
& treatment.
You do not need to make an appointment & they are open 7 days a week
The opening hours for the centre are longer than the surgery: 7am until 10pm Monday to Friday, 9am until 10pm Saturday & Sunday
They do not replace your local GP or hospital services but complement existing services. They can offer a consultation with a nurse, & advice or treatment for minor injuries & illnesses such as:
Earache/wax
Coughs & colds
Sprains & strains
Constipation
Mild diarrhoea & vomiting
Hay fever
Warts & verrucae
Minor eye complaints
Flu-like symptoms
Headaches
Insect bites
Herpes
Oral/vaginal thrush
Cystitis & urinary tract (water) infections
By using this service when you have these types of problems, you will again be helping to free up valuable doctor time to deal with more complicated and serious cases.
Visit the NHS Walk-in centre website for information on your nearest centre.
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