The NHS has dialled back on prescription medications to save GPs time and effort when it comes to treating minor conditions.
Patients are advised to go to their pharmacy or supermarkets to pick up over-the-counter treatments for several minor ailments, BirminghamLive reports. There are now 35 medical conditions that do not require a doctor's visit, and you can instead pick up medicines from any available store near you.
The NHS explained: "By reducing the amount the NHS spends on treating these minor health conditions, the NHS can give priority to treatments for patients with more serious conditions such as cancer and mental health problems." The NHS has compiled a list of the medical conditions that no longer require you to book a GP appointment.
