Information on NHS services over Easter – Friday 2nd April - Monday 5th April 2021
This Easter, Surrey residents should follow government advice on Coronavirus. For more information on government advice, visit gov.uk/coronavirus
Options available to you and your family this Easter
If you or someone you live with has one of the common Coronavirus symptoms of:
- a high temperature
- a new, continuous cough
- a loss of, or change to, your sense of smell or taste
You should self-isolate and book a test immediately.
If your symptoms worsen or you feel that you cannot manage at home, please refer to the NHS 111 online Coronavirus service.
Please do not go to your GP practice or community pharmacy.
NHS 111 first
If you think you need medical help right now, go straight to NHS 111 - available on the phone and online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
NHS 111 is there for when you need medical help fast, but it is not a life threatening emergency.
How NHS 111 works
You will be asked questions about your symptoms on the website or by speaking to a trained adviser on the phone. Depending on the situation, you will then:
- Find out what local services can help you
- Be connected to a nurse, emergency dentist, pharmacist or GP
- Get a face to face appointment if you need one
- Be told how to get any medicine you may need
- Get self-care advice
GP access
Community pharmacies
If you or people you live with do not have Coronavirus symptoms and you think you need advice from a pharmacy for a health concern, you can see if your local pharmacy is open
Pharmacists and their teams are an essential part of the NHS and need your help and support during the coronavirus pandemic.
Always treat staff with respect, they are doing their best to provide you with the medicines and advice you need.
In cases of emergencies please dial 999.
The NHS is safe and here for you.