Lanarkshire residents urged to check they have basic home remedies ahead of festive holidays
dailyrecord.co.ukPeople across Lanarkshire are being encouraged to check they have basic home remedies in ahead of the festive and New Year holidays to avoid having to find a pharmacy on a bank holiday.NHS Lanarkshire’s Dr Mark Russell says most seasonal illnesses can be looked after at home with self-care and things like paracetamol.
He told Lanarkshire Live : "Christmas is a fun but hectic time for most people. It’s easy to get swept up in the festive atmosphere and forget that health should be on your priority list.
The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android “Making sure you have home remedies for common ailments means you will have suitable self-care available if you need it."It’s a good idea to check you have pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen at home.
For little ones, get age-appropriate pain remedies which you can also get in liquid form.“This Friday [December 16] is the latest recommended date to order your repeat prescriptions, but please don’t leave this until the last minute and order as soon as possible.“NHS 24’s 111 telephone service is there to help you when it’s urgent but not life-threatening. "The NHS Inform website has lots of information on how to treat things like rashes, tummy upsets and earache at home and when to seek medical help. “For mental health support visit our Lanarkshire Mind
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