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Pharmacy First Service (PFS)
Pharmacy First Service (PFS)
PFS is the Pharmacy First Service which is running as an Advanced Service in community pharmacies.
The service connects patients who have a minor illness or need an urgent supply of medication with a community pharmacy. Only specific conditions are suitable which are below, they can then prescribe treatment if necessary.
|
Clinical pathway |
Age range |
|
Acute otitis media* |
1 to 17 years |
|
Impetigo |
1 year and over |
|
Infected insect bites |
1 year and over |
|
Shingles |
18 years and over |
|
Sinusitis |
12 years and over |
|
Sore throat |
5 years and over |
|
Urinary tract infections |
Women 16-64 years |
The pharmacist has a private consultation with the patient, via telephone initially, and follows a structured approach to respond to symptoms.
NHS Pharmacy Contraception service: NHS England » NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service