Safety & Wellbeing Key Contacts
More information on who to contact and when
| Name of Service | When to Use | Hours of Service | How to Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
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Emergency Services |
For life- or limb-threatening emergencies due to severe illness or injury, crimes in progress, or fire-related incidents. |
24/7 | Dial 999 from any phone and ask for the service(s) you require. |
| UofG Campus Security | For life-threatening situations as above (after contacting emergency services). | 24/7 | Contact by phone or press the red button on the Safezone App: Gilmorehill: 4444 (0141 330 4444) Garscube: 2222 (0141 330 2222) Off campus: +44 (0)141 330 4444 |
|
Accident & Emergency (A&E) at your nearest hospital |
For serious injuries or sudden illnesses requiring urgent medical attention, where you can safely travel to hospital. | 24/7 | You can find your nearest hospital on NHS Inform. |
| NHS24 Advice Service | For urgent medical advice that isn’t life- or limb-threatening, are experiencing mental health distress, need care when your GP, pharmacy, or dentist is closed, or are unsure whether to go to A&E. | 24/7 | Dial 111 or visit nhs24.scot |
| Local Health Practitioner (GP) | For non-urgent health concerns such as ongoing illness, minor symptoms, or general medical advice. | Appointment based. Normally Mon-Fri | Registration Required: Find out how to register at a GP here. |
| Dentist | For all dental care including check ups, preventative treatment and emergancy care if required. | Appointment based. Normally Mon-Fri | Registration Required: Find out how to register at a Dentist here. |
| Police Scotland | For non-emergency crimes, when there is no immediate danger but police assistance is required such as theft, property damage, or antisocial behaviour. | 24/7 | Dial 101 from any phone. |
| Wisdom Wellbeing Counselling & Advice Line | For any mental health concerns, including symptoms of stress or thoughts of self-hearm or suicide. | 24/7 |
Dial 0800 028 3766 or download the app and talk to someone online |
Please Note: You are entitled to NHS (National Health Service) care, which includes free access to doctors, nurses, hospital treatments and prescribed medications. You will not be asked for payment.