The NHS in Dorset is asking people to be aware of possible changes in services as industrial action takes place during August.
A walkout by junior doctors will take place between 0700 on Friday 11 August through to 0700 on Tuesday 15 August.
In addition, NHS consultants will be strike for 48 hours from Thursday 24 August.
Hospital and community NHS services will be making sure they have adequate staffing levels to keep patients safe.
Our priority is to deliver effective and safe care to people regrettably, this means that whilst appointments may be going ahead, some hospitals will be postponing the majority along with surgeries to maintain the safety of patients.
Any patients affected will be contacted directly. Please check your voicemail before attending your appointment, as we may leave a message if we are unable to reach you.
Help us continue to provide care for those who need it most by using the right services at the right time:
- Keep 999 and A&E clear for genuine life-threatening emergencies.
- Use NHS 111 onlineor by phone for other urgent care needs.
- Contact your GP practice for non-urgent care.
- If you need mental health support call Connection on 0800 652 0190. The Connection service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Pharmacies can help with allergies, constipation, headaches, earaches and many other ailments find a pharmacy near you.
Patient discharge
Staying in hospital for longer than necessary has a negative impact on how well patients recover. Most patients will continue to recover at home once they leave hospital. In fact, many patients need to leave hospital to be able to complete their recovery fully.
Help us get patients who are ready for discharge home, so our hospital beds are available for people who need them most urgently. Please speak to the ward team if you need more information and respond quickly to any calls from us about your relative leaving hospital.
