The countdown to the school half-term is on and doctors are reminding parents and carers about where to go if they need NHS help.
The October break is a busy time for NHS services, and it is important that people use the right service when they are ill or injured.
Make sure you have a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home, which should include paracetamol, cold remedies, plasters, tweezers and a thermometer.
If you have planned a trip away, pick up any prescription medications that you need in advance and take these with you.
If you or your children are not well, get advice from your pharmacist at the first sign of feeling ill – don’t wait for it to get more serious.
Pharmacists will be happy to talk to you about a cough or a cold and can sell a range of medication without the need for a prescription.
Visit www.stopthinkchoose.co.uk for a guide to local services, including a map of pharmacies and urgent treatment centres (UTCs). It also includes details on the WaitLess app, which shows UTC waiting times.
