NHS 111

If you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do, NHS 111 can help. 

Contact the NHS 111 service online or call 111 for free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your symptoms will be assessed, and you will be provided with healthcare advice or an appointment to see a doctor or nurse if this is needed NHS 111 may advise you to: 

  • self-care for your symptoms 
  • visit a Pharmacy 
  •  contact your GP Practice 
  • contact an Urgent Treatment Centre or Minor Injuries Unit 
  • attend A&E 

If you are assessed as needing one NHS 111 can also send an ambulance and can book appointment for you in some services like urgent treatment centres. 

NHS 111 online

111 online can tell you: where to get help for your symptoms, if you're not sure what to do; how to find general health information and advice; where to get an emergency supply of your prescribed medicine; how to get a repeat prescription

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