AS the first bank holiday weekend of May approaches, people have been reminded that not all pharmacies and GP practices will be open.

Anyone who requires repeat medication has been encouraged to think ahead and order it before the weekend.

Pharmacy opening hours are listed below. All details were correct at the time of publication.

Dudley News:

Patients who need to see a GP on Bank Holiday Monday (May 7) can book appointments at Central Clinic in Hall Street, Dudley or Netherton Health Centre in Halesowen Road, Netherton between 9am and 7pm.

To book an appointment at the Dudley surgery, people should call 01384 364010.

Patients wishing to see a GP at the Netherton centre, call 07966196678.

Alternatively, patients in need of non-emergency medical help over the holiday period should call NHS111, where they will be directed to the most appropriate service.

In a medical emergency, where there may be a risk to life, people should call 999.