Think Pharmacy First
Do you really need to visit the GP? Pharmacies now offer appointments for a variety of symptoms.
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Pharmacies can now offer appointments, with medication available if required, for six conditions that affect university students:
- Sore throat
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Sinusitis
- Infected insect bites
- Impetigo
- Shingles
GP practices are busy and an appointment is not always necessary. When you're a student and ill with any of the conditions listed, by going straight to a local pharmacy, you can have a consultation with a trained clinical professional and receive advice and even medication if it is needed, meaning that you could be on the road to recovery as soon as possible.
The majority of community pharmacies in Surrey offer the Pharmacy First service. Remember – if you have any of the symptoms listed above, think Pharmacy First.