The service will see pharmacists conduct on-demand throat swab tests on patients to see whether antibiotics are necessary.
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Sector demands 'fair funding' for Boots sore throat scheme
The community pharmacy sector has called for adequate remuneration from NHS England if the sore throat scheme is to be rolled out nationally.
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