When We Are Closed NHS 111
What to do when the GP practice is closed.
If you need medical help fast but its not an emergency call 111
If its a life threatening emergency call 999
NHS 111 is the number to call when you need medical help fast but its not a life threatening emergency.
Find it difficult to attend during surgery opening hours?
You can pre-book an appointment with the STAR GP Extended Hours by following the link below.
http://www.starappointment.co.uk/booking/
Calls to 111 are FREE from landlines and mobiles
NHS 111 is available 24/7, every day of the year
When to call 111
You should call 111 when:
You think you need to go to A&E or to another NHS urgent care service
Your GP surgery is closed and you need healthcare advice
You dont know who to call for medical help.
When to call 999
Call 999 for life threatening emergencies only such as:
Major accident or trauma
Severe breathlessness
Severe bleeding
Loss of consciousness
Severe chest pain
Out of hours services are provided when the surgery is closed. During normal surgery opening hours, the practice remains your first point of contact for all routine requests.