16/04/2026
We are thrilled to hear about the new funding towards medicines to treat minor conditions over-the-counter.
Pharmacists are already trained to treat conditions such as conjunctivitis, head lice, scabies, mild pain/fever - so being able to offer funded treatments will encourage more people to come in early and be treated quickly
Rest assured, if we ever see something thatโs not quite right or seemingly more severe, we will always refer you onto your doctor to have a closer look
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/community-pharmacies-role-set-to-expand-how-will-they-cope-ryan-bridge-today/DXJW6PG2N6ARDQL2FDDV2IC3IU/