Advice for Patients during Industrial Action within the NHS:

• NHS services across the North East & Yorkshire region are experiencing extremely high demand at the moment – this includes GP practices, which are extremely busy.
• If you need advice for a minor/mild illness or injury, in the first instance, please look at the self-care advice that’s available on-line from the NHS at www.nhs.uk or contact your local pharmacy.  

• Please watch the following online video to help you choose the most appropriate service for your needs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JS6FdL9ObFM   

• Please read the following to help advise you about NHS services during the Festive Holidays: https://www.england.nhs.uk/north-east-yorkshire/2023/12/18/people-in-north-east-and-yorkshire-reminded-about-nhs-healthcare-options-over-christmas-and-new-year/ 

• If you want to check your symptoms, there is an on-line symptom checker available at 111.nhs.uk, which will re-direct you to a health professional if you need to be consulted by someone.  

• The 111 online service is effective and efficient and endorsed by your GP.  You will be dealt with more quickly using 111 online than calling 111.  Go to www.111.nhs.uk