Summary
As the colder months arrive, coughs, colds, sore throats and earache become increasingly common. If you or your child are feeling unwell, you may not need to wait for a GP appointment to get help. Through the NHS Pharmacy First service , Badham Pharmacy can offer convenient access to clinical advice, assessment and treatment for certain conditions, including sore throats and ear infections.
Details
Help for sore throats – adults and children aged 5 and over A sore throat can be uncomfortable and make everyday activities, such as eating, drinking and swallowing, difficult. If you or your child (aged 5 and over) develops a sore throat, our pharmacy team can assess your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Where clinically appropriate, treatment may include medication supplied through the NHS Pharmacy First service, without needing a GP appointment. Help for earache – children aged 1 to 17 Earache is particularly common in children and can cause discomfort, disturbed sleep and irritability.
If your child is aged between 1 and 17 years old and is experiencing earache, our pharmacist can assess their symptoms and advise on the best course of action. Where appropriate, treatment for certain middle ear infections can be provided through the NHS Pharmacy First service. Why wait for a GP appointment?
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Your local Badham Pharmacy is here to make accessing healthcare easier and more convenient. Through Pharmacy First, you can benefit from: Convenient access to care – get help from your local pharmacy rather than waiting for a routine GP appointment. Expert clinical advice – our pharmacists are trained to assess and manage a range of common conditions.
Appropriate treatment – where clinically suitable, medication can be supplied through the NHS Pharmacy First service. Support when you need it – if your symptoms require further medical attention, our pharmacist can refer you to the appropriate healthcare service. Visit your local Badham Pharmacy If you or your child are suffering from a sore throat or earache, don’t struggle in silence.
Pop into your local Badham Pharmacy and speak to our friendly pharmacy team about how we can help. Find your nearest branch and view our opening hours at https://www.badhampharmacy.co.uk/pharmacies Back to news
What You Need to Know
Pop into your local Badham Pharmacy and speak to our friendly pharmacy team about how we can help. Find your nearest branch and view our opening hours at https://www.badhampharmacy.co.uk/pharmacies Back to news
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