Pharmacists (sometimes called Chemists) can offer advice on medicines and how to take them. They can also offer advice on common complaints such as coughs, colds, aches and pains, and other health issues, such as healthy eating and giving up smoking.

You can talk to your pharmacist in confidence - even about the most personal symptoms. Most pharmacies now have a quiet area away from other customers where you can speak to the pharmacist more privately.

Care at the Chemist

Get FREE NHS 'Care at the Chemist'

In Knowsley, starting from Autumn 2004, you can get a range of medicines from your local chemist's shop for FREE if you don't pay for your prescriptions.

So, if you've got a cough, cold or think you've got the flu it's the best place to go. They can give you all the advice and medicines you need, without you having to go to the doctors for a prescription.

Need to Find a Pharmacy?

If you need to find a pharmacist in your area you can phone the Patient Advice and Liaison Service on 0800 073 0578 or follow the link below to the NHS Direct website

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