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For further clarification on whether or not they may be eligible, people can use the NHS’ five-minute tool that allows them to check more accurately, here.
Certain pharmacies, including some Boots stores, offer a Minor Ailment Scheme, which allows them to provide people eligible for free NHS prescriptions with medicines for minor illnesses, such as colds, coughs, eczema, and head lice, for free.
Currently, the Minor Ailment Scheme is widely available across Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland, but only in selected pharmacies across England.
The medicines covered by the scheme can also be different depending on where the person lives, so it’s suggested that people talk to their local pharmacy to find out more about what they offer.
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