Find out which pharmacies near you will be open over Christmas and New Year

By Claire Dukes - 20 December 2017

Health

Some pharmacies across Swindon and Wiltshire will be open over Christmas and New Year, offering advice on common illnesses and the best medicines to treat them.

This pharmacy advice service is a good first option if you or someone you care for is beginning to feel unwell, particularly on the bank holiday weekends. While some pharmacies are directed by NHS England to open on Christmas Day, others may open voluntarily, and patients are advised to check if the pharmacy near to them is open before travelling. To find details of your nearest pharmacy opening hours over the Christmas period visit NHS England South website. Fiona Castle, Chief Officer, Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire Local Pharmaceutical Committees, said: “Pharmacists are able to offer advice on some minor ailments and are always willing to help, so do please pop in to your local pharmacy if you or someone you care for are starting to feel unwell and would like some advice. "Also if you or someone you care for requires medicines regularly, don’t forget to make sure you order and collect repeat prescriptions in good time before Christmas to ensure you have enough medicine to cover the festive period.” People can order and renew prescriptions through the GP Online Service provided by NHS England. You can find out more about this service and registering through your GP practice by visiting www.nhs.uk. Please keep in mind your GP surgery will have reduced opening hours over Christmas and New Year, we recommend you check opening hours with your local surgery. If you need advice, call NHS 111 who will assist you. For minor injuries and illnesses please visit your nearest walk-in centre or minor injuries unit (MIU) www.nhs.uk.

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