Some NHS services may be closed or have different opening times on public holidays. There are things you can do to prepare.
On public holidays, your GP practice and pharmacy may have different opening times.
It’s important to know their opening times during public holidays. This means you can order and collect any repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.
If you run out of your regular medicine and your GP practice is closed, there are ways to get an emergency supply.
You should keep over-the-counter medicines at home for seasonal illnesses. This includes:
If you have a minor illness, a pharmacist can provide non-prescription medicines free of charge. This is known as the Pharmacy First Service.
Complete these self-help guides to check your symptoms and find out what to do next:
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Last updated:
18 January 2024