Residents across the Falkirk district are being reminded that GP practices will be closed for the additional one-off World Cup bank holiday on Monday, June 15.

NHS Forth Valley is urging anyone who takes regular prescribed medication to check they have enough supplies, so they don’t run out over the holiday weekend.

While GPs will be closed for the day, a number of local pharmacies across Forth Valley will remain open on Monday to offer healthcare advice and treatment for a range of common health conditions.

This includes the Pharmacy First and Pharmacy First Plus schemes which can provide free treatment for many conditions without the need for a GP prescription, including urinary tract infections, conjunctivitis, skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis and insect bites), skin infections and thrush.

NHS Forth Valley is offering advice for the bank holiday when GP surgeries will be closed but some pharmacies will remain open. Pic: TSPL

placeholder image — NHS Forth Valley is offering advice for the bank holiday when GP surgeries will be closed but some pharmacies will remain open. Pic: TSPL

Details of pharmacies open on Monday, June 15 can be found on NHS Forth Valley’s website at www.nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

The Minor Injuries Unit at Stirling Health and Care Village will also be open. It can treat adults and children over the age of one for cuts, grazes, minor burns, sprains, strains, minor eye and ear injuries, and can also arrange X-rays and treat broken bones such as broken wrists or ankles.

People are encouraged to call NHS 24 on 111 before attending the MIU as this may help avoid unnecessary travel or enable an appointment to be arranged to reduce waiting times.

If you need urgent medical advice and cannot wait until your GP practice reopens, contact NHS 24 on 111. NHS 24 can provide medical advice, arrange consultations with local healthcare professionals, and arrange appointments with GP out-of-hours services and the Minor Injuries Unit.

The Emergency Department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is for patients with serious illnesses and injuries requiring urgent, emergency care, such as suspected heart attacks, strokes, and breathing difficulties. Anyone with non-life-threatening health concerns should call NHS 24 on 111 for advice or treatment, rather than attending the Emergency Department.