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28/05/2004
Holidaymakers told to pack their pills for Bank Holiday
Holidaymakers have been reminded to pack their medicines if they are planning a trip away this Bank Holiday Weekend.
Many people forget to pack their medication, such as the contraceptive pill, asthma inhalers or insulin for diabetics in the rush to get away. They then contact NHS Direct for details on where to get emergency prescriptions, putting the service under pressure.
NHS Direct – the 24-hour advice and health information service – warned that people travelling overseas could face "real problems" if they forget.
NHS Direct's lead nurse Jill Stringer said: "People who forget their medicines often phone NHS Direct for advice on where the nearest pharmacy or emergency clinic is while they are away in the UK, but for those travelling abroad, we can't provide this information."
"Language barriers and unfamiliar surroundings could cause real problems for patients."
People who become ill holidaying in the UK now have access to NHS Walk-In Centres staffed by experienced nurses. The centres can provide healthcare advice and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.
Local GPs can provide general medical advice and treatment. Emergency hospital treatment is available from accident and emergency departments, or by calling 999 for an ambulance.
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Many people forget to pack their medication, such as the contraceptive pill, asthma inhalers or insulin for diabetics in the rush to get away. They then contact NHS Direct for details on where to get emergency prescriptions, putting the service under pressure.
NHS Direct – the 24-hour advice and health information service – warned that people travelling overseas could face "real problems" if they forget.
NHS Direct's lead nurse Jill Stringer said: "People who forget their medicines often phone NHS Direct for advice on where the nearest pharmacy or emergency clinic is while they are away in the UK, but for those travelling abroad, we can't provide this information."
"Language barriers and unfamiliar surroundings could cause real problems for patients."
People who become ill holidaying in the UK now have access to NHS Walk-In Centres staffed by experienced nurses. The centres can provide healthcare advice and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.
Local GPs can provide general medical advice and treatment. Emergency hospital treatment is available from accident and emergency departments, or by calling 999 for an ambulance.
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