Thursday 30 November 2023
Ahead of the May bank holiday weekend Salisbury District Hospital would like to remind local patients that A&E is for life-threatening illnesses or injuries only.
As local residents prepare to get outdoors and enjoy the three day weekend, please think before visiting the A&E department as alternative health services are available locally.
There are other health services that can provide quicker and more appropriate treatment if you have a minor injury or ailment.
If your GP surgery is closed and you haven't got a life-threatening illness or injury you can contact NHS 111 24/7.
They will help you to receive more appropriate treatment more quickly and free up local A&E staff to help those patients with the most serious conditions.
Dr Stephen Davies, Emergency Consultant at Salisbury District Hospital, discusses the alternatives to A&E that are available to you in a video here.
30 April 2021
Our staff at Salisbury District Hospital have long been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment they provide for our patients and for their innovation, commitment and professionalism. This has been recognised in a wide range of achievements and it is reflected in our award of NHS Foundation Trust status. This is afforded to hospitals that provide the highest standards of care.
