Some local pharmacies may offer reduced opening times over this Bank Holiday period, so please plan now-especially if you have a long-term condition or if you’re a carer – it will help you & others, whether staying at home or going away. By doing this not only does it save you stress but it takes pressure off our an over stretched NHS & may prevent you from hospital treatment.
Here is a link to a poster showing which pharmacies will be open on Monday 29th May 2017 afa_6319_shropshire_telford_may_bank_holiday_opening_times_final
Your local pharmacy can offer you free, qualified health advice at any time, and no appointment is necessary. They can give you expert help on everyday illnesses and answer any questions about prescribed and over-the-counter medicines.
There are a number of health services available to help you stay well over the Bank Holiday.
- Patients can also call the out-of-hours GP service, Shropdoc, when their own surgery is closed on 0333 222 66 55.
- Help and advice is available 24-hours-a-day by ringing NHS 111 (just dial 111) for free.