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Pharmacists Say They're Glad To Be Part Of A "Groundbreaking" Change Within The Health System
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The majority of pharmacies across the country have now signed up to and received training for the Common Conditions Service.
The Service allows pharmacists to prescribe treatments for eight minor illnesses, including UTIs, thrush and shingles.
94 per cent of pharmacies across the country have now signed up.
President of the Irish Pharmacy Union, Tom Murray says there are multiple benefits.
Alan Morrissey has been chatting about this with the Shannon-based pharmacist, Feidhlim Hillary.
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