Did you know your local pharmacy can be your first port of call for a range of common conditions?
They’re quick, convenient, and staffed by trained professionals ready to give advice and treatment where appropriate.
Here are 7 conditions they can support with — including the age ranges for safe care:
– UTIs – non-pregnant women 16–64 years
– Shingles – 18+
– Impetigo – 1+
– Sore Throat – 5+
– Sinusitis – 12+
– Infected Insect Bites – 1+
– Earache – 1–17 years
For many of these, you don’t need a GP appointment — your community pharmacy can help assess, advise, and even provide treatment where suitable.
Remember: if you’re unsure, always ask a healthcare professional.
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Visit the Primary Care North Cumbria website where further information is available on this service.