NHS Services
Comprehensive healthcare services available at our pharmacy
At Essex Pharmacy, we offer a range of NHS services to support your health and wellbeing. Our experienced pharmacists are here to provide professional advice and care for various health conditions without the need to visit your GP.
NHS Blood Pressure Check
Adults aged 35 years and over can get their blood pressure checked for free to help monitor cardiovascular health.
Details
- •Adults aged 35 years and over
- •Not currently on blood pressure medication
- •Free
- •Room available to talk privately
NHS Flu Vaccination
Annual flu vaccination to protect you against seasonal flu. Free for eligible patients aged 65 and over, pregnant women, and those with long-term conditions.
Details
- •Free for eligible patients
- •Quick 15-minute appointment
- •No need to visit a GP first
- •Walk-in or appointment available
- •Protection against seasonal flu
NHS COVID-19 Vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination or booster to protect against coronavirus. Free for eligible patients with convenient appointment times.
Details
- •Free for eligible patients
- •Latest approved vaccines available
- •Expert healthcare professional
- •Convenient appointment times
- •Updated boosters available
NHS Pharmacy First
Receive treatment for minor ailments such as earache, sore throat, sinusitis, impetigo, shingles, infected insect bites and UTIs without needing a GP visit.
Details
- •Free NHS service
- •No need to visit a GP first
- •Age restrictions apply for different conditions
- •Room available to talk privately
- •Your GP health record will be updated
NHS Smoking Cessation
Free advice and support to help you quit smoking for good, including a personalised quit plan and nicotine replacement therapy options.
Details
- •Free for eligible patients (medications may have charges)
- •Personalised quit plan
- •Nicotine replacement therapy options
- •Regular follow-up appointments
Contraception Service
Get a new or ongoing supply of the contraceptive pill without needing to visit your GP, in a confidential consultation.
Details
- •Available for women aged 18 and over
- •No need to visit a GP first
- •Free for eligible patients
- •Private consultation room
Meningitis B Vaccination
Additional protection against Meningitis B for anyone who missed it on the NHS schedule, or who wants broader meningitis protection.
Details
- •2-dose course for most people (up to 3 for young infants)
- •Suitable alongside Meningitis ACWY
- •Consultation reviews your vaccination history first
NHS Pneumococcal Vaccination
Free NHS protection against pneumococcal disease, including pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis, for eligible patients.
Details
- •Free for eligible patients
- •Protects against pneumonia, sepsis and meningitis
- •Quick, walk-in-friendly appointments
- •Can be combined with your flu jab
Covid Lateral Flow Device (LFD) Service
NHS-funded rapid Covid-19 lateral flow testing for eligible patients and care settings.
Details
- •Free for NHS-eligible patients and settings
- •Rapid results
- •Walk-in friendly
- •No GP referral required
Need More Information?
Contact us today to learn more about our NHS services or to book an appointment.
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