Pharmacy First

Community pharmacies can now treat seven common conditions without needing a GP appointment.

This is part of a major change in how the NHS provides care. Pharmacists at most pharmacies can now assess, treat, and provide some prescription medicines for:

• Earache (for ages 1-17)
• Impetigo
• Infected insect bites
• Shingles
• Sinusitis
• Sore throat
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) for women aged 16-64

Pharmacists

No appointment is needed. Pharmacists are highly trained and can give you the health advice you need. They can also offer private consultations and direct you to other local services if necessary.

By expanding these services, the NHS aims to free up GP appointments and give you more choices for your care.

Don't wait for minor health concerns to get worse – think pharmacy first. Visit your local pharmacy team for help.

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