People across Greater Glasgow and Clyde are being reminded that GP practices and many pharmacies will be closed over the festive period.
GP practices will be closed from 24th December to 29th December, and then again from 31st December to 5th January.
People who need medicines regularly are encouraged to think ahead and ensure they have an appropriate supply of their repeat prescriptions, ordering only what they need, when they need it.
Routine medications will not be issued by the GP Out of Hours service, and it is important to note that this service is by-appointment only.
Most pharmacies will be closed between 24th December and 26th December, and then again between 31st December and 2nd January. Some local pharmacies may also close earlier than usual. For more information, click below:
Every community pharmacy in Scotland provides the Pharmacy First service, offering support and treatment for a range of minor ailments from coughs and colds to earache and heartburn. The vast majority of people who live in Scotland can walk in off the street and be seen, with no appointment necessary*.
For more information on the best ways to access care, please visit Right Care, Right Place – NHSGGC.
* NHS Pharmacy First Scotland is available to everyone registered with a GP practice in Scotland or the Defence Medical Services on a permanent or temporary basis (including care home residents) and people who live in Scotland (including gypsy or travellers/asylum seekers, or dependents of asylum seekers).
Visitors to Scotland are excluded from accessing the service. However, pharmacists will still be able to provide general help and advice to these patients, as well as provide medication for over-the-counter sale.
