Raring2go! Leicester & Surrounding Areas

When Your Child Is Unwell, Think Pharmacy First As a parent, it can be worrying when your child becomes unwell, especially when you’re trying to balance work, school, and family life. The good news is that your local community pharmacy can now help with a range of common conditions through the NHS Pharmacy First service, often without the need for a GP appointment. Across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, community pharmacies are playing an increasingly important role in supporting children and families to access timely NHS care close to home. Pharmacy First provides quick and convenient access to expert healthcare, helping children recover sooner and get back to school, learning, sports clubs and the activities they enjoy. Can Pharmacy First Help? Condition Eligible Age Range Earache (Acute Otitis Media) 1-17 years Impetigo 1 year and over Infected Insect Bite 1 year and over Sore Throat 5 years and over Sinusitis 12 years and over Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)* Women aged 16-64 years Shingles 18 years and over *UTI consultations are available for women aged 16–64 years only. 26 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PHARMACY FIRST

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