NHS pharmacy services in Birmingham
Pan Pharmacy provides a range of NHS services across our Birmingham branches, making it easier to access healthcare advice, checks, vaccinations and treatment through your local pharmacy.
Blood pressure checks and 24-hour monitoring
Regular blood pressure checks can help identify high blood pressure, which often has no obvious symptoms. Pan Pharmacy provides NHS blood pressure testing as part of the hypertension case-finding service.
If an initial reading is raised, further assessment may include 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) to provide a more detailed picture of your blood pressure throughout the day and night.
Our pharmacy team will explain your results and advise you on any appropriate next steps.
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Extra support when starting a new medicine
The NHS New Medicines Service provides additional support for people who have recently started certain medicines for long-term health conditions.
Our pharmacists can explain how your new medicine should be taken, answer questions and discuss any concerns or side effects you may experience.
The service includes follow-up support to help you feel confident managing your new treatment and taking your medicine as prescribed.
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Treatment for seven common conditions
Pharmacy First allows eligible patients to access assessment and treatment for seven common health conditions directly through their pharmacy, without needing to see a GP first.
The service covers:
- Earache
- Impetigo
- Infected insect bites
- Shingles
- Sinusitis
- Sore throat
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in eligible women
We have a dedicated Pharmacy First page with full information about each condition and the relevant age criteria.
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Support to help you quit smoking
Giving up smoking can be challenging, but having the right support can make the process more manageable.
Pan Pharmacy offers stop smoking support designed around your individual needs. Our pharmacy team can discuss your smoking habits, help you develop a quit plan and provide advice on suitable methods for managing cravings.
Support may include nicotine replacement therapy and ongoing guidance to help you work towards becoming smoke-free.
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Covid vaccination at your local pharmacy
Pan Pharmacy provides Covid vaccination services as part of our NHS healthcare offering.
Our trained pharmacy team can administer eligible vaccinations in a convenient pharmacy setting and provide information about the vaccination before it is given.
NHS eligibility and availability can vary depending on the current vaccination programme.
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Protect yourself during flu season
Flu vaccination can help reduce your risk of becoming seriously unwell with influenza and is particularly important for people who are eligible for vaccination through the NHS.
Pan Pharmacy provides flu vaccinations from our pharmacy branches during the seasonal vaccination programme.
Availability can vary during periods of high demand, so please contact your nearest branch to check current vaccine availability.
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NHS vaccination services
Pan Pharmacy provides access to RSV and Pertussis vaccinations as part of our NHS vaccination services.
Eligibility will depend on current NHS vaccination guidance and your individual circumstances.
Speak to our pharmacy team for information about eligibility and availability.
View RSV & Pertussis Vaccination
Meningitis B vaccination
Meningitis B vaccination is available through Pan Pharmacy as part of our vaccination services.
Our team can provide further information about the vaccination, current eligibility and availability at your local branch.
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Confidential sexual health services in Birmingham
Pan Pharmacy provides accessible and confidential sexual health support through NHS and locally commissioned services.
Our pharmacy team offers professional, non-judgemental advice in a private setting, helping you access contraception, testing and treatment where appropriate.
Regular Contraception & Emergency Contraception
Access advice and support with regular contraception and emergency hormonal contraception, including help choosing an appropriate option for your needs.
STI Testing Kits
Confidential STI testing kits are available to make it easier to check your sexual health and access further support where required.
Chlamydia Treatment
Our pharmacy team can provide information and access to appropriate chlamydia treatment through the available sexual health service.
Condoms
Condoms are available through locally commissioned sexual health services, helping provide convenient access to safer-sex protection.
Advance Emergency Contraception
Where suitable, advance emergency contraception can be provided so that it is available should you need it in the future.
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