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NPN | More Services Than Ever

The National Pharmacy Network is growing - and we’re thrilled to share the latest updates! What began as the UK’s first digital directory dedicated to pharmacies is now bigger, broader, and even more useful for patients and healthcare professionals alike.

From Pharmacy First consultations to private services like vaccinations, weight loss support, and ear health clinics, the NPN is your go-to place to find trusted healthcare services in your local area.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | UTIs

As transformative changes create waves through UK healthcare, the Pharmacy First initiative is redefining primary care. An integral component of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, this program elevates community pharmacies to a key role in managing minor health conditions. Urinary tract infections (UTIs), which are common and can be highly uncomfortable, can significantly disrupt daily activities and overall well-being, but through Pharmacy First, effective and immediate expert care is available right at your local community pharmacy.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Sinusitis

As transformative changes sweep through the UK’s healthcare system, the Pharmacy First initiative is redefining primary care. An integral part of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, this program elevates community pharmacies to a key role in managing minor health conditions. Sinusitis, a common and often debilitating inflammation of the sinuses, is a primary focus. This condition can significantly disrupt daily activities and overall wellbeing, but through Pharmacy First, effective and immediate expert care is available at your local pharmacy.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Shingles

In the midst of transformative changes in healthcare, the Pharmacy First initiative is reshaping primary care in the UK. As an integral part of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, this initiative places community pharmacies at the forefront of managing minor health conditions. Shingles, a painful viral infection known for its rash, is particularly notable. It’s a condition that can severely affect quality of life, particularly for the elderly. Through Pharmacy First, however, it’s possible to access immediate expert care at your community pharmacy.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Impetigo

Amidst a healthcare revolution, the Pharmacy First initiative is changing the nation’s approach to healthcare. This innovative program, an extension of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, was created to elevate community pharmacies to a new position in the management of minor health issues. Among these, impetigo is a common and highly contagious skin infection, standing out as a condition that can cause significant discomfort and lead to more serious complications if not treated promptly. Pharmacy First provides an effective and timely solution, ensuring that residents of the UK have access to prompt care.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Infected Insect Bites

In the middle of a healthcare revolution, Pharmacy First is transforming the way we approach and manage primary healthcare. This forward-thinking initiative, building upon the foundation of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, has positioned community pharmacies as central to the management of minor health concerns. Among these, insect bites can often lead to discomfort and, in some cases, more serious health complications. Pharmacy First offers a timely and efficient solution to address these concerns, ensuring that UK residents can receive prompt and professional care.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Ear Ache

Embarking on a healthcare revolution, Pharmacy First is rewriting the rules of primary healthcare across the UK. This trailblazing service, building upon the foundation laid by the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, lifts community pharmacies to new heights in the management of minor illnesses and urgent medication needs. It's a game-changer, especially for those grappling with the discomfort of earache—a condition that spares no age but often hits the youngest among us the hardest.


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NPN | Pharmacy First | Sore Throat

Pharmacy First is revolutionising the nation’s approach to staying healthy. This innovative service builds on the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service, and highlights the crucial role of community pharmacies in addressing minor health issues. Sore Throats are one of the more common complaints that people need help with - it affects all ages, and although it’s a common ailment, it can sometimes indicate more serious health concerns.


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NPN | Pharmacy First

Get ready for a healthcare revolution with the launch of Pharmacy First, a groundbreaking service set to transform the way we approach primary healthcare in the UK. This initiative builds on the success of the NHS Community Pharmacy Consultation Service introduced in 2019, and it’s all about putting community pharmacies at the heart of managing healthcare, especially for minor illnesses and urgent medication needs.


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NPN | Winter Getaways

As the winter season approaches, many of us start daydreaming about escaping to warmer destinations for a well-deserved holiday. Whether your fantasy includes basking in the sun on golden sands or hitting the slopes of a snowy wonderland, planning a winter getaway is always exciting. But before you pack your bags and head off for your dream destination, take the time to make sure you’re protected against potential health risks. That’s where travel vaccinations, or travel jabs, come into play.


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