News from our partners: Advice on how to access health services this Bank Holiday Monday
News from our partners NHS Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin; Integrated Care System
Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Government has confirmed that Monday 19 September 2022, the date of the State Funeral, will be a public Bank Holiday.
As such, your GP practice may be closed on Monday 19 September, but a range of NHS services are still available depending on your medical needs.
Pharmacies can help this Bank Holiday
Pharmacies across the county will be open and available to provide advice without an appointment and recommend over-the-counter treatments. Please check with your local pharmacy for opening times over the Bank Holiday.
For urgent medical advice, you can also contact NHS 111 online or call 111 free from any phone. This service is available 24 hours a day, including Bank Holidays, and healthcare professionals will direct you to the best place to get the medical help and advice you need, such as an out-of-hours GP appointment, if needed.
Local emergency dental care can also be accessed by calling NHS 111. The Shropshire Community Dental Service will provide urgent dental services from 9am to 12pm on Monday 19 September at the following two sites:
- Shrewsbury Dental Clinic, 71 Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY1 2EJ
- Dawley Dental Clinic, Doseley Road North, Dawley, Telford, TF4 3AL
Always call 999 for life-threatening emergencies such as a stroke or heart attack.
Health services help this Bank Holiday
Our four local minor injury units remain open over the Bank Holiday and can provide treatment for sprains, fractures, minor burns and infections. Click here to find your nearest centre.
COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be stood down on Monday 19 September. All prebooked appointments will be rearranged at the earliest opportunity.
For more information, please click on the below links:
