If the surgery is closed and you require urgent medical help that cannot wait until the surgery re-opens, you can telephone the out of hours service on 0161 763 8940 or 111. If you ring the surgery telephone line on 01204 284822 you will hear the message for what action to take whilst we are closed.

Click here to access NHS 111 online or call 111 to speak to a staff member.

Please note: If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, please call 999.

When to got to A&E

An A&E department (also known as emergency department or casualty) deals with genuine life-threatening emergencies, such as:

• loss of consciousness
• acute confused state and fits that are not stopping
• chest pain
• breathing difficulties
• severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
• severe allergic reactions
• severe burns or scalds
• stroke
• major trauma such as a road traffic accident

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Pharmacy First Service

You can get free advice at the local pharmacy for many common illnesses.

Out-of-hours services are generally busy so please think carefully before asking to see a doctor and only do so if you genuinely cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.

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In a genuine emergency you should call 999. Chest pains and / or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.  

111 online is a fast and convenient alternative to the 111 phone service and provides an option for people who want to access 111 digitally. 

Your needs will be assessed and you will be given advice about whether you need:

• Treat yourself at home
• Go to a Primary Care Centre

If you need face to face medical attention you may be asked to attend a Primary Care Centre.

Click here to access NHS 111 online or call 111 to speak to a staff member.