The NHS plans to provide free contraceptive pills without a GP visit, starting next year in England. Women can obtain a first prescription at local pharmacies, freeing up 10 million GP appointments and offering more convenience. While praised for patient benefits, concerns include issues with accessing records and variations in service availability. The pilot involved 4,500 women, with the combined pill requiring a pharmacist check-up for blood pressure and weight. Funding is allocated for more pharmacies to offer repeat prescriptions, with nearly half a million women expected to access the pill without a GP visit in the first year. This aligns with broader plans to offer additional health checks at pharmacies.
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