If you're visiting Scotland for the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships, get advice on what to do if you become unwell during your stay.
2023 UCI Cycling World Championships
In the first event of its kind - never seen nor cycled before - the world’s greatest riders will come together in Glasgow and across Scotland. From 3 to 13 August 2023 athletes will compete at the highest level over 13 UCI World Championships.
If you're visiting Scotland during this time and need healthcare, follow this advice.
What to do in an emergency
Immediate action required: Phone 999 or go to A&E if:
You or someone else is having a life-threatening emergency like:
- a suspected heart attack
- a suspected stroke
- severe breathing difficulties
- severe bleeding
- severe injury
Glasgow's A&E departments
In the Glasgow area, there are A&E departments at the:
Urgent care and minor injuries
Non-urgent advice: Phone 111 if you:
- think you need to go to A&E but it's not life or limb threatening
- need urgent care or assessment on issues like sprains, cuts and burns
NHS 24 will arrange urgent advice and assessment through the 111 service. They'll then ensure that you go to the best place of care for your health needs. This may involve:
- a telephone or video consultation with a clinician
- an appointment to attend an A&E or Minor Injuries Unit
You can use Language Line to access 111 if English isn't your first or preferred language. This is a free interpretation service.
Accessing healthcare
Healthcare for overseas visitors
If you're visiting Scotland, emergency treatment is free until you're stabilised.
It'll depend on your circumstances if you're eligible to get other free healthcare.
Further information on healthcare for overseas visitors
Healthcare for UK residents
If you're registered with a GP practice in the local area, contact them for your healthcare needs.
If you're not registered with a local GP practice, you can register as a temporary resident. This'll give you access to services.
Medicines or minor ailments
Pharmacies can help with:
- common health problems like earache, indigestion and diarrhoea
- minor ailments like aches and pains
- questions about medicines
If you live in the UK, a pharmacy can help you get a repeat prescription or emergency supply if you run out. They can do this by contacting your own GP practice.
Self-help guide: Accessing medicines
Find out more about getting medicines when your supplies have run out.
Sexual healthcare
Sandyford is a specialist sexual health service for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
Sandyford Central Sexual Health clinic is open:
- Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 7.20pm
- Friday 8.30am to 4.20pm
To make an appointment at Sandyford:
- phone 0141 211 8130
- make an online booking
Emergency contraception
Use this self-help guide to find out how to access emergency contraception.