They can then provide NHS treatments for:
Reduce the burden on GP surgeries and emergency departments by addressing minor health issues through the Pharmacy First service.
Pharmacy First is available to all NHS patients who are registered with a GP in the local area. To determine your eligibility and learn more about the specific services covered, please contact FastHeal Clinic.
Pharmacy First will help you get seen by a healthcare professional quickly.
Instead of waiting for a GP appointment, going to A&E or attending out-of-hours NHS services, you can walk into your nearest Pharmacy and have a private consultation with one of our pharmacists whenever you need to.
Pharmacy First will allow you to self-treat minor ailments and reduce the time you spend at your GP surgery.
Pharmacists have a range of clinical skills, and they will be able to provide accurate clinical advice without the hassle and waiting times that you might experience using other NHS services like A&E.
If it turns out you need treatment from a GP, your pharmacist can also refer you to them.
Only patients in England will be eligible for the Pharmacy First service.
If you are exempt from paying for prescriptions, you should show your pharmacists evidence of this when you speak to them. They will need it if they recommend any medicines to treat your symptoms.
Our pharmacist will want to understand:
This will help them recommend treatments and medicines that will work for you.
Yes, our trained pharmacists can recommend effective treatments and provide prescriptions if necessary. If your condition requires further medical attention, they will guide you on the next steps.