Patients who rely on regular prescribed medication are being urged to order repeat prescriptions before the August bank holiday weekend, August 29-31.Most pharmacies and GP surgeries in Brighton will be closed or have reduced hours over the bank holiday, and the NHS is advising patients to order repeat prescriptionsForgetting to get enough supplies of essential medication ahead of the festive closures of GPs and pharmacies can put patients’ health at risk, and end up putting a lot of strain on out-of-hours services, which are there to deal with urgent health problems.Other alternatives to A&E for people who need urgent care which is not an emergency this bank holiday include NHS 111 by phone or online, available 24/7 and offers advice and.