Pharmacy First is here

One of the most exciting additions is Pharmacy First, the new NHS scheme that lets you speak to your pharmacist for expert advice and treatment on a range of common conditions. No long waits, no need for a GP appointment - just convenient, expert care right in your community.

By including Pharmacy First within the NPN, patients can now search and quickly see which local pharmacies are offering the service, making it easier than ever to access support when you need it most.

Pharmadoctor services

Alongside NHS care, many pharmacies are expanding their private services. Through Pharmadoctor, patients can access a wide range of consultations and treatments, from travel health to vaccinations, all delivered by trained pharmacy teams.

This means whether you’re heading abroad, needing seasonal jabs, or simply want the reassurance of a professional consultation, you can now find local options in seconds through the NPN.

Private healthcare, made simple

The NPN also makes it easier to find pharmacies offering private healthcare services, including:

• Weight loss support: safe, expert-guided options to help you reach your goals.
  
  

• Vaccinations: from flu to travel, protecting you and your family with convenience.
  
  

• Ear clinics: for advice, checks, and treatments such as earwax removal.

These services often save time and relieve pressure on busy GP surgeries, while giving patients peace of mind that trusted, regulated professionals are on hand.

Beyond pharmacy: physiotherapists and opticians

The NPN has also expanded beyond pharmacy. For the first time, the directory now includes all UK physiotherapists and opticians.

That means whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking for expert eye care, or simply booking your next routine check-up, the NPN is a single, trusted place to connect with local healthcare professionals.

A bigger, brighter future

The addition of Pharmacy First, Pharmadoctor, private services, and the inclusion of physiotherapists and opticians marks a huge step forward for the NPN. It’s all part of our mission to connect people with the right healthcare, in the right place, at the right time.

This is just the start. We’ll keep adding new features and services to make sure the NPN remains the UK’s most comprehensive healthcare directory. So next time you need advice, treatment, or support, don’t just search the web. Head to the National Pharmacy Network and find trusted, local experts near you.