A stubbed toe – that’s no 999 call!

• Broken finger nails,

• stubbed toes,

• hangovers,

• ear pains,

• toothache,

• contact lens problems, and,

• questions about where to collect

medication.

Not sure who can help? Here is some advice from NHS Kirklees.

A lot of illnesses can be treated at home but it’s important to keep a well-stocked medicine cabinet and make sure all medication is in date.

For most minor illnesses, such as colds, coughs and diarrhoea, the following options are available to you:

• NHS Direct – 0845 46 47

• Local pharmacy

• GP or health centre

For more serious illnesses and complaints, the following services should be considered:

• NHS walk-in centre

• West Yorkshire Urgent Care

Service – 0345 605 9999

For critical and life-threatening illnesses and injuries, such as heart attacks, strokes and fractures:

• Accident and emergency unit at

Dewsbury and District Hospital

Visit www.kirklees.nhs.uk for more.