Accessing Health Services during Festive Period
NHS Inform
Go direct: Check your symptoms and gain access to self-help health information, support and advice visit NHS Inform.
NHS 24
Go direct: If you require urgent medical advice and your condition is not a life-threatening emergency, call NHS 24 on 111.
Community Pharmacies
A limited number of community pharmacies are open within the Lothians on Christmas Day / New Years Day please see listings.
Pharmacies open on Christmas Day / New Year's Day
GP Practices
All GP Practices in East Lothian will be closed on 25 and 26 December, 1 and 2 January.
ELHSCP Primary Care Services
All ELHSCP managed primary care health services, including CWIC, CTACS, Mental Health Support Line, Musculoskeltal (MSK) Services will be closed on 25 and 26 December, 1 and 2 January.
East Lothian Community Hospital
You are welcome to visit patients in East Lothian Community Hospital throughout the festive period. Please use the intercom system to gain access.
Please review NHS Lothian Winter Guidelines on visiting patients in hospitals
NHS Lothian Public Holiday Services
NHS Lothian have provided a list of public holiday closures and services that are available on their website:
NHS Lothian Public Holiday Services