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Pharmacy First and Treating Minor Illnesses

The new Pharmacy First Service will enable community pharmacists to complete episodes of care for patients without the need for the patient to visit their general practice. They can help with the following Minor Illnesses.

Referrals

Self referrals

There are a number of services locally that you are able to make self referrals to.

GP referrals

To request a GP referral:

Provide as much information as you can as this will help us to process your request.

Tracking a referral

To track an existing referral:

If your referral request was to your local hospital you will need to contact them directly.

NHS e-Referral (choose and book) tracking

If your doctor has referred you to a specialist for further care you will be asked to book your appointment using the ‘NHS e-Referral’ system.

You will receive a letter from us within 2 weeks giving details of how to book your appointment and any passwords you may need.

Related information

Appointments