Is 111 available in Wrexham?
From today (Tuesday, 22 June) people in North Wales will be able to dial 111 to get non-urgent medical advice and access to their out of hours service.
Can you call 111 instead of GP?
NHS 111 is much more than a helpline – if you’re worried about an urgent medical concern, you can call 111 to speak to a fully trained adviser. Depending on the situation, the NHS 111 team can connect you to a nurse, emergency dentist or even a GP, and can arrange face-to-face appointments if they think you need one.
Is NHS Direct free to call from mobiles?
The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All calls to 111 from mobile phones or landlines are free of charge.
Do you have an NHS Number in Wales?
Everyone registered with the NHS in England and Wales has their own unique NHS Number. Your NHS Number is printed on your medical card given to you when you register with a GP practice. Your NHS Number helps healthcare staff to find your health records.
What to do if you cant see a doctor?
Here are four tips for what to do if you can’t get an appointment with your doctor:
- Convey urgency and be thorough on the phone.
- Get a referral or see a different doctor.
- Go to urgent care or a walk-in clinic.
- See a telehealth provider.
Can you call NHS 24 for advice?
Our 111 service is here to provide urgent care advice and mental health support day or night.
How do I contact the North Wales GP out of hours service?
If you need immediate medical care when your GP surgery is closed, you should ring the North Wales GP Out of Hours Service on 0300 123 55 66 This out of hours service operates Monday to Friday from 6.30pm in the evening to 8.00am the following day, and all day and night (24 hours) on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.
How do I contact NHS 111 for out of hours?
Out of Hours service is now provided by the NHS Wales 111 Service. You can also ring 111 between 8am – 6.30pm Monday to Friday if you need health information and advice. For emergency dental treatment please contact NHS Direct Wales on 0845 46 47 NEW PHONE NUMBER FOR GROVE ROAD IS 03000850047.
What are the out of hours hours for urgent medical care?
This out of hours service operates Monday to Friday from 6.30pm in the evening to 8.00am the following day, and all day and night (24 hours) on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays. Please call 0300 123 55 66 during these times if you feel unwell or are worried that you require urgent medical care that cannot wait until your GP surgery is next open.
What is GP out of hours services?
GP Out of Hours Services provide health care for urgent medical problems outside normal surgery hours. This service is available for urgent medical situations but not for emergencies. If you have a medical emergency, a critical or life threatening problem you should call 999 or visit your nearest Emergency (A&E) Department, day or night.