Full list as NHS urges people to do five things as doctors strike

Full list as NHS urges people to do five things as doctors strikeTens of thousands of doctors have walked out in a row over pay and conditionsCommentsNewsKate Lally Content Editor07:42, 07 Apr 2026View ImageThe walkout will last for six days(Image: Getty)The NHS has shared what people who need medical attention, or who have appointments booked, should do over the coming days as tens of thousands of doctors walk out.‌The 15th walkout in a dispute over pay and job opportunities comes at the end of the long bank holiday weekend and NHS managers say it could be "particularly challenging". Tens of thousands of doctors will strike between 7am on on Tuesday until just before 7am on Monday, April 13, in a row over pay and conditions.‌In a new post on X, formerly Twitter, NHS bosses have moved to make the public aware of what they should do over the six-day period. The alert reads: "From 7am today and continuing into next week, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action.‌Content cannot be displayed without consent"Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time: 1. Emergency care continues. All other NHS staff, including consultants and specialist doctors, will be working hard to keep you safe.Article continues below"2. If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use NHS 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Use the NHS app, go online, or call. 3. Call 999 in an emergency when someone is seriously ill or their life is at risk."4. You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. We'll only cancel if absolutely necessary and if needed, we'll be in touch to reschedule. 5. GP practices and dental surgeries remain open. Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments unless told otherwise."