Advice on where to go for medical support this Easter Monday
The NHS are urging people to use 'services wisely'
People across Cornwall are being urged to use NHS services wisely to ease pressure on emergency services this Easter Monday.
Cornwall's NHS warn they've seen a rise of demand after a busy long weekend.
Susan Bracefield, Chief Nursing Officer for NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board said:
"We know that Easter is a busy time in our county, and we want people to know where they can seek help if they are poorly and if they need emergency care.
"If you’re feeling under the weather more than 90 local pharmacies can help, from forgotten medications, through contraception, to the Pharmacy First service that can help with a range of conditions from childhood earaches to insect bites.
"And your own GP can help, even if you are on holiday here – still give them a call. If you get unwell over the bank holidays or overnight, don’t forget NHS 111 can help.
"We also have our minor injury units (MIU) for a range of minor illnesses and injuries, most with x-ray services, and our urgent treatment centre (UTC) at West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance, open evenings and weekends. You can check online to see live wait and opening times – as your nearest may not be your quickest.
"But if your condition is life- or limb-threatening, always call 999.
"We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Easter and thank you for helping to keep our hospitals for the people who need them the most."
The NHS is keen to raise awareness of the range of services that suit different needs. If people can make the right choice about ‘where is best’ then this will play a major part in keeping emergency services available to help the people who need them the most.