Parts of the NHS will be on strike on 15, 20, 21 and 28 December. Urgent care services are likely to be very busy with longer waiting times than normal, although help will always be available in an emergency. You can get assessed and directed to the care you need by using NHS 111 online without leaving the comfort of your home. With so many bugs around, keep safe and warm and contact NHS 111 https://111.nhs.uk/