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Your Local Primary Care Team

Group of medical staff

Primary Care is the healthcare services available in your local community. This includes your local GP, optician, dentist or pharmacist, who are often your first point of contact if you are feeling unwell. They also provide a range of prevention and wellbeing support.  

The Primary Care team is made up of a wide range of healthcare professionals who each have skills and expertise in different areas to support you with your healthcare needs.  

Knowing who is in #YourLocalTeam, and what they can help with can ensure you access the right service for your needs, first time.

pharmacist
Community Pharmacies

For common ailments and minor illnesses, your pharmacist can help without the need to see your GP.

Dental tools
Dentists

Your dentist can help with routine check-ups and treat tooth or mouth pain.

GP giving injection
GP Practice

Your GP practice has a team of professionals to support with a range of healthcare needs.

Optometrist looking at patient's eyes
Optometry Practices

All optometrists who provide NHS services can offer routine eye examinations which assess the health of your eyes and sight.

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