There are some common conditions that a community pharmacist can now treat. When you submit a medical request a GP will review your request and may refer you to a local pharmacist for an assessment and treatment, including the prescription of antibiotics where needed. The pharmacist will call you on the same day, and may ask to see you in person where necessary to assess you physically. In the rare instance that the pharmacist cannot manage your condition they will refer back to your GP.
Pharmacy First is an NHS-directed service, and it is one of the ways we ensure that patients see the right clinician at the right time, so that we can use our GP appointments more efficiently.
You can read more about the Pharmacy First service here.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/how-pharmacies-can-help/
RapidHealth: Contact your GP practice online
Rapid health is our online patient triage system; Rapid Health can be used to access self-care information, submit medical and administrative requests, and even register new patients to the surgery.
Get started with our online booking tool
111 is the NHS non-emergency number. It’s fast, easy and free. Call 111 and speak to a highly trained adviser, supported by healthcare professionals. They will ask you a series of questions to assess your symptoms and immediately direct you to the best medical care for you.
NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.
In case of a life threatening emergency, please dial 999
