Common Ailments – Free Pharmacy Service

Common Ailments Service: Your First Stop for Minor Health Concerns

At St. Paul’s Clinic, we encourage patients to utilize the Common Ailments Service provided by local pharmacies. This service offers free NHS advice and treatment for minor health issues, often eliminating the need for a GP appointment.

What Conditions Are Covered?

Pharmacists can assist with the following conditions:

•Acne

•Athlete’s Foot

•Back Pain (acute)

•Chickenpox

•Cold Sores (advice only)

•Colic (advice only)

•Conjunctivitis (bacterial)

•Constipation

•Dermatitis (acute)

•Diarrhoea (advice only)

•Dry Eye

•Haemorrhoids

•Hay Fever

•Head Lice

•Indigestion/Reflux

•Ingrowing Toenail (advice only)

•Intertrigo/Ringworm

•Mouth Ulcers

•Nappy Rash

•Oral Thrush

•Scabies

•Sore Throat/Tonsillitis

•Teething

•Threadworm

•Vaginal Thrush (patients under 60 and not diabetic)

•Verruca

For some conditions, there are no evidence-based NHS treatments available. Pharmacists will provide advice on self-care and symptom management.

Exclusions

Some conditions may have exclusions based on age, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or specific clinical factors. For detailed criteria, consult your pharmacist or refer to the Common Ailments Service Formulary.

Accessing the Service

1.Visit a Participating Pharmacy: No appointment is necessary.

2.Consultation: The pharmacist will assess your condition during a confidential consultation.

3.Registration: You may need to register for the service to access free treatment.

4.Advice and Treatment: The pharmacist will provide advice or medication as required.

If further medical attention is necessary, the pharmacist will refer you to your GP or another healthcare professional.

Local Pharmacies Near St. Paul’s Clinic

Here are some nearby pharmacies offering the Common Ailments Service:

•JDS Evans Pharmacy – 1 Bellevue Terrace, Newport

•Malpas Pharmacy – 361 Malpas Road, Newport

•Well Pharmacy – 7-9 Kelvedon Street, Newport

•Martin Davies Chemists Ltd – 197-199 Caerleon Road, Newport

•Sainsbury’s Pharmacy – Albany Street, Newport

Resources for Patients

•Translated Materials: Health Information in Other Languages

•Patient Leaflets: Welsh Medicines Advice Service

•Informative Video: NHS Wales Common Ailments Service

Utilizing the Common Ailments Service is a convenient way to manage minor health issues. Your local pharmacist is a trusted healthcare professional ready to provide expert advice and free treatment