National Day Of Mourning & State Funeral – Monday 19th September 2022 – Local Health Information and Advice

Pharmacies

A number of local pharmacies in Forth Valley will be open on the public holiday to provide healthcare advice and treatment for many common illnesses and healthcare issues. Under a scheme called Pharmacy First, they can also provide treatment, free of charge, without the need for a prescription for a wide range of health conditions. These include urine infections, skin infections, shingles,  conjunctivitis, thrush and eczema. Pharmacists can also provide free treatment and advice for minor skin conditions  such as dermatitis and allergic reactions to insect bites, an initial three-month supply of the progestogen-only pill as well as emergency contraception.

Expand the tab below to see the opening times on Monday 19th September for pharmacies in your local area.

GP Practices, Dentists & Opticians

Most GP Practices, dentists and opticians will be closed on Monday 19th September and reopen on Tuesday 20th September 2022.

• Visit NHS Inform for health care advice and symptom checkers
• Speak to a local pharmacist (see details above of local pharmacies which will be open on the public holidays)
• Anyone who requires urgent healthcare advice or treatment during the public holiday which can’t wait until their GP Practice reopens on Tuesday 20^th September should call NHS 24 on 111 for advice. They can arrange a consultation with a local healthcare professional and organise an appointment for you to attend a local healthcare facility if you need to be seen.

Minor Injuries

Anyone with a non-life-threatening injury should call NHS 24 on 111, day or night first to access advice and treatment as quickly as possible and avoid a long wait.

If you need urgent care, but it’s not life-threatening, you should call NHS 24 on 111 before going to A&E. Help us keep you and the NHS safe. If it’s an emergency, you should still call 999 or go straight to A&E. More info at NHS Inform

Covid-19/Flu Vaccinations

Vaccination appointments for the Covid-19 booster and Flu vaccines will continue to be delivered on Monday 19th September 2022 however, anyone who wishes to rearrange their vaccination appointment should contact NHS Forth Valley’s vaccination team on 0800 130 3120, in advance.

Operations, Day Procedures, Scans and Outpatient Appointments

Operations, day procedures, scans and outpatient appointments scheduled to take place on Monday 19^th September 2022 will go ahead as planned so patients should attend as normal. Anyone who wishes to reschedule their appointment or is unable to attend for any reason should contact our Patient Booking Team in advance by calling 01324 566 249 or completing the online form on the NHS Forth Valley website.

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Clear Your Head

Mind all over the place? It’s OK not to feel yourself right now. But simple things like moving more, doing what you enjoy and keeping to a routine can help get you through these unusual times.

For more tips on staying positive during the coronavirus outbreak visit clearyourhead.scot

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