Have you used Pharmacy First?
What is Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First has been in operation since January 31, 2024.
The idea behind Pharmacy First is that it would take some of the pressure away from GPs by allowing pharmacies to deliver services and medication to patients with minor ailments. The aim is to reduce the number of patients requiring GP services for certain ailments.
Pharmacy First covers:
- Sinusitis (for patients aged 12 years and over only)
- Sore throat (aged 5+)
- Earache (aged 1 year-17)
- Infected insect bite (aged 1 year+)
- Impetigo (aged 18 years+)
- Shingles (aged 18 years+)
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (women aged 16 to 64)
You can find out more about Pharmacy First by reading our Advice Article
Share your experiences with us
We want hear what people’s experiences are of Pharmacy First, to identify any positives and negatives to inform the service. We would like to feedback this information back to the service providers to improve services for everyone.
If you haven't used Pharmacy First we still want to hear about your experience of visiting your local pharmacy.
The survey will only take a few minutes.
