Posts Tagged ‘pharmacy’
Prepare now for common ailments this winter
The NHS in North Yorkshire and York says residents can take steps to look after their own health if they succumb to a common winter illness like a cough or cold. By keeping a medicine cabinet at home containing simple remedies like paracetamol, ibuprofen and anti-diarrhoea tablets, NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and…
Read MoreFamilies encouraged to think ‘Pharmacy First’ for head lice treatments
Families in North Yorkshire and York are being encouraged to visit their local pharmacy if their child picks up head lice or nits and needs treatment. Most young people are now back in the classroom after a prolonged period away from school because of the Covid-19 pandemic. With children in close proximity to their friends…
Read MoreGP prescribing of over-the-counter medicines in North Yorkshire is changing
From 1 October, doctors across North Yorkshire will no longer routinely issue a prescription for medicines that patients can buy themselves over-the-counter for a range of minor, short-term health concerns. Patients will instead be encouraged to visit their local pharmacy for advice and treatments for common ailments like coughs and colds, aches and pains, hay…
Read MoreHealth and care leaders in North Yorkshire and York prepare for the winter season
Health and care partners in North Yorkshire and York are working closely together to ensure local services are well prepared for the winter season – and patients can continue accessing help when they need it. The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has meant that there have been changes to the way health and care services are being…
Read MoreNorth Yorkshire and York NHS services on Bank Holiday Monday 31 August 2020
If you or someone you live with has coronavirus symptoms (new continuous cough OR fever OR loss of / change in smell or taste): Get a test to check if you have coronavirus as soon as possible. This can be done by visiting www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/ Stay at home and do not have visitors until you get…
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