Stay Healthy This Festive Season: Prescriptions, Pharmacy, and More
Winter can be busy and unpredictable. Planning ahead helps you stay well and avoid last-minute stress.
Thornfield Medidical Group will be open until 18:30pm on Wednesday 24th December (Christmas Eve), then closed until the morning of 08:00am Monday 29th December. We will also be closed on Thursday 1st January.
Here are Thornfield Medical Group’s opening times in full:
Here’s what else you need to know this Christmas and New Year.
1. Pharmacy First – Walk in for Common Illnesses
You can see a community pharmacist without an appointment for certain conditions. The Pharmacy First service helps with:
- Sore throat
- Sinus infections
- Ear infections in children (otitis media)
- Urinary tract infections in women
- Shingles
- Infected insect bites
- Impetigo
Pharmacists can check your symptoms, give treatment, and advise you. You don’t need an appointment, and they might be open when we are not.
2. NHS App – Easy Access to Your Medicines and Help
The NHS App lets you:
- Order repeat prescriptions
- Access urgent repeat medicines through NHS 111 or 111Online, which may refer you to Pharmacy First
- Manage your health on a phone or computer (if your phone cannot access UK app stores, use a browser)
Tip: Order repeat prescriptions early to avoid running out during busy times.
3. Urgent Dental Care
If you have a dental emergency outside of regular hours, you can find your nearest urgent dental centre. They can help with severe pain, swelling, infection, uncontrolled bleeding, or broken/displaced teeth or fillings.
4. Molineux Street Urgent Treatment Centre
The Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Molineux Street in Byker is open 8 am to 8 pm every day of the year.
UTCs can help you with:
- Cuts, sprains and strains
- Minor burns and scalds
- Infected wounds
- Grazes
- Bites and stings
- Emergency contraceptive needs
It’s a walk-in service. You don’t need an appointment or to see a Doctor first.
5. Vaccinations – Stay Protected
Illnesses like flue and COVID pass much more easily in cold weather. For some people – espeically older people or those with long term conditions- they can be very serious illnesses.
Getting your annual vaccine is the best way to keep you and people around you well.
Protect yourself this winter with vaccines:
- Flu vaccination – where to get a free NHS flu jab this winter
- COVID-19 vaccination – find out if you are eligible and where to get it
6. Quick Checklist to Stay Well
A little planning now helps you enjoy a healthy, stress-free winter.
Merry Christmas from Thornfield Medical Group!