Lloyds Pharmacy has closed its concession outlets at Sainsbury branches in Cheadle and Hazel Groves
There are fears the closure of two pharmacies could impact residents' access to prescriptions on evenings and at the weekend in Stockport. , leading to concerns that residents could struggle to access services in the evenings, as well as on Sundays and bank holidays.
“And I think that’s the really worrying thing and, frankly, if I might say so, something people in government need to get a grip of. Because there is no doubt in my mind from what I understand those issues to be - well documented in the media - that we are going to see more pharmacy closures and that will make it more difficult for a whole lot of our residents.”
Dr Viren Mehta, a GP and vice chair of Viaduct Care, said it had emerged alongside dental treatment as one of the biggest challenges in primary care. Dr Mehta agreed with Mr Fryer that the ‘urgent need to address’ the problem should be highlighted to NHS England .
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