GPs who are members of the British Medical Association will be taking collective action from 1 August 2024.
GP practices are still open and you will be able to book appointments. Practices will contact patients if there are any changes to services or appointments.
If you have an appointment with your GP practice, you should attend as usual, unless you are told otherwise.
Please remember to choose services wisely during the action. A range of local services, including GP practices and community pharmacies, will continue to be available to meet your healthcare needs during the action.
NHS 111: If you need medical help or advice, or you are unsure about whether you should go to hospital, go to NHS 111 online unless it is a life-threatening emergency when you should still call 999.
Your local pharmacy: Pharmacists are trained health professionals who can help with your medication questions and minor health concerns such as headaches, sore throats and aches and pains. They can also prescribe medication, if needed, for a number of common conditions, including urinary tract infections, shingles, sinusitis, earache and infected insect bites. Many offer private consultations without an appointment, and can advise where to get further help if you need it.
Mental health support: For mental health support visit the Healthy Minds website. Feel like you need to talk to someone? Please contact Guide-Line on 08001 884 884, or chat online this is open to anyone of any age who feels in need of help with their thoughts and feelings or who is worried about a loved one.
Crisis support service in the community for anyone aged 7 and over, open 365 days a year from 12pm to 2.30am. Call First Response on 0800 952 1181 and ask for ‘Safe Spaces’.
People of all ages thinking of suicide, self-harming, or who is seeing and hearing things can contact First Response 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 0800 952 1181. When a First Response telephone assessment indicates the need for a face-to-face assessment, the service aims to you within 4 hours.
If you’re worried about your child’s health, you can find online healthcare advice recommended by local healthcare professionals at wyhealthiertogether.nhs.uk
The NHS is also asking the public to play their part by taking simple steps during industrial action to look after themselves, loved ones and checking in on vulnerable family members and neighbours.
