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Pharmacy First

Did you know Pharmacists can provide prescription-only medication to address seven common health conditions without the need of seeing a GP?

Pharmacists can provide treatment for the following conditions:

  • Sinusitis (for patients aged 12+ years)
  • Sore throat (aged 5+)
  • Earache (aged 1 year – 17 years)
  • Infected insect bite (aged 1+)
  • Impetigo (aged 18+)
  • Shingles (aged 18+)
  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (women aged 16 – 64 years)

To find out more information on the symptoms for each condition and how to access treatment, click the link below:

Full list of health conditions pharmacists can treat without you needing GP visit – Mirror Online

 

Introducing the Pharmacy First Scheme! – Rock Healthcare