Women in the north west could soon renew contraception prescriptions directly through pharmacies without needing a GP appointment under proposed new legislation.

 

Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill is seeking Government approval for the change, similar to the Common Conditions Scheme.

 

The move is expected to give women greater flexibility while also helping to reduce pressure on overstretched GP services.

 

Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Ann Higgins says the proposal puts women at the centre of their reproductive healthcare and is a very positive move.

Women in the north west could soon renew contraception prescriptions directly through pharmacies without needing a GP appointment under proposed new legislation.
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Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill is seeking Government approval for the change, similar to the Common Conditions Scheme.
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The move is expected to give women greater flexibility while also helping to reduce pressure on overstretched GP services.
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Speaking to Ocean FM News, Councillor Ann Higgins says the proposal puts women at the centre of their reproductive healthcare and is a very positive move.

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