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What if I need to see a doctor when my GP surgery is closed?
How can I see a dentist at nights and weekends?
How can I find an NHS dentist?
Who do I contact if I am seriously concerned about my mental health or that of someone else?
Can I use a mobile phone in hospital?
How do I arrange Patient Transport to a hospital appointment?
What if I need to see a doctor when my GP surgery is closed?
When you, or someone you care for is unwell and you feel it can't wait until your GP surgery re-opens you can call NHS 24 on 08454 24 24 24
How can I see a dentist at nights and weekends?
Emergency out of hours treatment is available through a referral from NHS 24 on 08454 24 24 24. Please note that out of hours dental treatment is a limited service, so check before making your journey.
A Dental Nurse takes the call and if they assess that you are an emergency case and cannot wait until your dentist opens, you may then be given an appointment to attend our out of hours service at the Glasgow Dental Hospital and School in Sauchiehall Street.
How can I find an NHS dentist?
If you want NHS dental treatment, you will first need to find out which dentists in your area provide NHS treatment, and then find one who is prepared to accept you as an NHS patient.
Some dentists do not provide NHS treatment, or only provide treatment to certain groups of people, for example children, or people getting benefits or tax credits.
Not all dentists who provide NHS treatment have to take you on as an NHS patient. If they are unable to take you on, they should tell you that you can go to another dentist.
To find a list of dentists who do NHS work in your area, phone NHS24 on 08454 24 24 24.
Who do I contact if I am seriously concerned about my mental health or that of someone else?
During office hours if you have concerns about your mental health you should contact your GP in the first instance. They will be able to help and if necessary refer you to appropriate mental health services.
At night or weekends you should call NHS24 on 08454 24 24 24. They will be able to help and if necessary will refer you to appropriate out of hours mental health services.
Can I use a mobile phone in hospital?
From 2009, patients and visitors to NHSGGC hospitals are able to use mobile phones in designated areas.
Areas where you can use your mobile are clearly marked but if you are unsure, please check with a member of staff.
Patients can use mobile phones in:
- main entrances and all corridors and offices external to ward areas
- catering and dining rooms areas
- administration areas and offices
All mobile phones should continue to be turned off in areas where it is signposted that their use is restricted.
There are restrictions regarding the use of camera phones, many of which also have voice and video recording facilities. Camera phones should not be used to photograph or record any patients in any of our healthcare premises without permission.
How do I arrange Patient Transport to a hospital appointment?
Patient Transport (managed by the Scottish Ambulance Service) is provided to patients who meet certain criteria, such as personal mobility problems. It is normally arranged either by the patient's GP at the time of their first referral to hospital for an outpatient appointment or subsequently by staff at the clinic being attended. Please contact your GP in the first instance.
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