The NHS has launched its' new Pharmacy First services. For the first time ever, community pharmacies in England can offer NHS consultations and supply prescription-only medicines without a prescription from a GP for seven common conditions.
This, alongside expansions to the pharmacy blood pressure checking and other routine services, will save up to 10 million general practice team appointments a year and help patients access quicker and more convenient care, including the supply of appropriate medicines for minor illness.
Commenting, Leo said:
Pharmacies are an integral part of our community and often the first port of call if you're feeling under the weather. They are staffed by highly-trained and skilled healthcare professionals and it is fantastic to see that 129 pharmacies in the Frimley Health area have already signed up to the service!"
You can read more about what this means for you and your local pharmacy here:
www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/launch-of-nhs-pharmacy-first-advanced-service/