Call 999 or find an A&E instead.
Before you contact your practice, have you considered other ways to get help?
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Shingles and impetigo: fast track help
If you have shingles or impetigo, you don’t need to wait for a GP appointment, book a free NHS Pharmacy First consultation instead.
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Find and consult a pharmacist
You may be able to get help more quickly from a pharmacy. Pharmacists can give advice on a range of conditions, offer over-the-counter medicines and may also be able to provide prescription medicine, without you needing to see a GP.
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Get NHS self-help advice