Winter health services

During the winter local health services can be very busy and you may have to wait longer than we would like. Please be patient and help us help you by using the right service for your health needs. Call NHS 111 if you are unsure where to go.

Don’t forget, you can book appointments to see the right person for your needs and manage your health using the Bolton Health app. Download the app now:

Pharmacy

There are pharmacies across the Bolton area open seven days a week. 47 pharmacies are open over the weekend.

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NHS 111

NHS 111 can help if you have a medical problem and you’re not sure what to do.

  • Call 111 or get help online at 111.nhs.uk – for people aged 5 and over only.
  • NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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PhysioFirst

  • Daily telephone triage appointments
  • Minimum of two clinics daily

You can book a physiotherapy appointment on the Bolton Health App or directly with your GP practice.

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Extended access appointments

  • Saturday 8am–12noon – GP, ANP and pharmacist
    Telephone appointments at Dinnington, Magna and Broom Lane
  • Sunday 8am–12 noon – GP and ANP
    Telephone appointments only

You can book a physiotherapy appointment on the Bolton Health App or directly with your GP practice.

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Bolton Health App

  • Manage medications
  • Access your medical records
  • Symptom checker
  • Lifestyle and self-help guides
  • Direct appointment booking
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Crisis Line – 0800 652 9571

Bolton’s dedicated 24/7 crisis helpline supporting those who need urgent mental health help.

Calls are free to this number

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RotherHive

RotherHive provides a range of verified practical mental health and wellbeing information, support and advice for adults in Bolton.

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Mental Health

Worried, anxious or stressed?

 One in four of us will experience a mental health issue every year. Depression can occur at any age during adulthood. Everybody has mental health and we need to take care of it so that we can think, feel and react in ways that we need and want in our lives.

 There is support available for Bolton residents coping with: Anxiety, Depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Social anxiety, Stress, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Panic disorders and Phobias.

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