Health and Care in Rotherham

With the Easter bank holiday weekend coming up, it’s a really good time to check that you have a well-stocked first aid kit at home or in your car. Things like plasters, antiseptic cream and painkillers can help you deal with minor accidents and injuries.

🐣 Easter reminder: order your repeat prescriptions early With the Easter bank holidays coming up, GP practices and many pharmacies will be closed or running reduced hours. You can order online through your GP practice or via the NHS App

Please check your child’s vaccination status to see if they have received 2 doses of the MMR vaccination - which can help protect against measles, mumps and rubella. More info 👇 nhs.uk/vaccinations/m…

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team. #PharmacyFirst

People are being advised to order any repeat prescriptions ahead of the Easter bank holidays. Pharmacies are extra busy around Bank Holidays and opening hours may be different, so it is recommended that any repeat prescriptions should be ordered now to avoid any delays.

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​ Call, go online or use the NHS App. ➡️ nhs.uk/111

For seven common conditions, your pharmacist can now provide treatment and some prescription medicine, if needed, without seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first. Find out more: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyf… #ThinkPharmacyFirst

With the Easter bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance. You can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS App or at your GP practice. Visit: nhs.uk/nhs-app/help/p…

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly. The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help. ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/men…

If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call 111 and select the mental health option. ➡️nhs.uk/nhs-services/m…

The NHS is here for you 24/7. Don't delay getting help if you need it. Please choose the right service. If you're not sure use NHS 111: 🌐 search NHS 111 online 📱 or dial 111

Need emergency contraception? Most community pharmacies can provide you with the emergency contraceptive pill (morning after pill) for free, without you seeing a GP. They can also discuss long term contraception options with you at the same time.

Today is #WorldKidneyDay which celebrates its 20th anniversary! 🎉 It's a crucial time to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and the need for early detection and prevention of kidney-related diseases.

It’s #SaferSleepWeek, the annual awareness campaign around reducing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). We’re proud to support @lullabytrust as they discuss the subject of baby products and how to keep it simple to keep it safe. Read more below⬇️ ow.ly/hhYO50YrUbT

If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call 111 and select the mental health option. ➡️nhs.uk/nhs-services/m…

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​ Call, go online or use the NHS App. ➡️ nhs.uk/111

Getting vaccinated when you’re pregnant helps protect you and your baby from illnesses including whooping cough & RSV. Visit the NHS website to learn more. 💚👶 🔗 NHS.uk/PregnancyVacci…

Ordering your repeat prescription on the NHS App is easier than you think. If you take medicine regularly, you can order a repeat prescription through the app – meaning you don't need to visit your GP, saving you time. nhs.uk/.../how-to-ord…

Vaccines protect your child from measles, whooping cough and other serious illnesses. 🧒 Check if your child has missed vaccinations, look in their red book or speak to your GP practice. 🔗 nhs.uk/childhoodvacci…

If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call 111 and select the mental health option. ➡️nhs.uk/nhs-services/m…