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GP practices will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, and again on New Year’s Day and 2nd January.![]()
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🔹 If you need medicines regularly, please think ahead to ensure you have an appropriate supply of your repeat prescriptions. Routine medications will not be issued by the GP Out of Hours service. ![]()
🔹 The GP Out of Hours service is by-appointment only. If you require urgent medical attention and cannot wait until your GP practice reopens after the Christmas and New Year bank holidays please contact NHS 24 on 111. ![]()
🔹 A number of community pharmacies will be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, and on Hogmanay, New Year’s Day and 2nd January. However, many of these will operate reduced opening hours, which can be found by visiting www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/pharmacy/pharmacy-opening-hours-new-year-24-25…![]()
🔹 For more information on the best ways to access care, please visit www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/
Decrease risk of serious illness over the Christmas period and visit our flu and Covid-19 vaccination drop-in bus this week. Find out if you're eligible at www.nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccines/
