Boots has issued a warning to customers that they must order repeat prescriptions by tomorrow (17 December) to guarantee delivery before Christmas. The high street pharmacy chain said that with GP surgeries closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, it is essential for patients to plan ahead, especially if they are travelling.
Over 750 Boots pharmacies will remain open during the festive bank holidays to provide medicines, healthcare advice and access to services including the NHS Pharmacy First Service. Customers can check the opening times of their nearest Boots pharmacy on boots.com.
Claire Nevinson, Superintendent Pharmacist at Boots, said: “If you’re feeling under the weather or need access to healthcare over the festive holiday, our pharmacy teams are on hand to help. It’s quick and easy to get advice, diagnosis and treatment for common minor ailments from your Boots pharmacy team right on your local high street, with no appointment needed.”
She added: “If you are on repeat prescriptions, it’s important to ensure that you have ordered your medication before the Christmas break. It’s easy to order and track delivery of prescriptions with Boots PrescriptionsPlus – just make sure you get your order in before 17 December to ensure you get your medicines in time for the festive period, especially if you are travelling.”
Boots also reminded customers that under the NHS Pharmacy First Service, pharmacies in England can offer advice and prescription treatment for seven common conditions including sinusitis, sore throats, insect bites, earache in children, impetigo and urinary tract infections in women. Additionally, Boots Online Doctor provides access to advice and support for a range of healthcare services without the need for a GP appointment.
