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Have you heard of Pharmacy First? What we discovered

  • Writer: Healthwatch Portsmouth
    Healthwatch Portsmouth
  • Jul 2
  • 1 min read

Updated: 5 days ago

In 2024, we asked you if you would go to the pharmacy for any of the following:


  • Middle ear infections (otitis media)

  • Impetigo

  • Infected insect bites

  • Shingles

  • Sinusitis

  • Sore throat

  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections


We wanted to find out if you were familiar with the NHS Pharmacy First scheme and measure the scheme's effectiveness.


The report on what we found is now available to read:


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