Stay well this Christmas and New Year

Information on pharmacy opening times in Plymouth over the Christmas and New Year bank holidays and other useful local health contact details are now available on the Plymouth City Council website.

The Stay Well This Winter page also includes information on flu jabs, links to local NHS services and links and contact details to help you keep your house warm.

Please remember that at this time of year local health services face considerable demand and in many cases your local pharmacist will be able to help and advise. Also, don’t forget to order your repeat prescriptions if you need them before the Christmas bank holiday.

If you’re not sure which NHS services are most appropriate you can visit the NHS Choose Well page here or call 111.

Other information

Councillor Chris Penberthy launched the Warm Homes Programme and meets residents at Age UK up at Mount Gould.
Councillor Chris Penberthy recently launched the Warm Homes Programme and met residents at Age UK up at Mount Gould.

Flu jabs – if you’ve not had yours yet, there’s still time to book in with your GP. Those advised to get a free flu jab include the over 65s, pregnant women, carers and those under 65 with long term conditions. A nasal spray vaccine is also available for two to six year olds.

Warm at Homes grant – those aged over 60 and in other groups could be eligible for a Warm at Home grant from the council for boiler repairs and other improvements. For more information click here or call our Housing Renewals Team on 01752 307303.

Plymouth Energy Community (PEC) – PEC are also able to offer advice and support on getting your home insulated and renewable energy. You can call the PEC advice line on 01752 477117 or visit their website.

For more information on keeping well this winter visit www.plymouth.gov.uk/staywell