NHS Pharmacy First Scotland

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The NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Service replaced the Minor Ailment Service on 29th July 2020.
The service seeks to encourage people to go to their local pharmacy for support with minor and acute health conditions. Individuals who are registered with a GP practice in Scotland, or who live in Scotland, will be eligible to use NHS Pharmacy First Scotland subject to certain exceptions for visitors to Scotland.

Pharmacies will undertake an NHS Pharmacy First Scotland consultation and provide advice, treatment or referral to another healthcare professional if appropriate. As well as minor conditions, it will also continue to provide advice and treatment for specific common clinical conditions.