Convenience, Affordability, and the Non-Negotiable Role of Quality in Consumer Health
Convenience and affordability have become two of the strongest drivers of health choices. This is not a passing trend; it is a reflection of modern life. People want healthcare that fits around work, family, and daily routines. They do not want care that demands unnecessary time, travel, or complexity. However, as healthcare systems move quickly […]
ConsultTed is ideally placed to be the vehicle to drive this policy change
The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan sets out a clear shift in how health and care should be delivered: prevention before treatment, neighbourhood-based services, and digital access as the default. At the centre of this vision sits self-care — not as an optional extra, but as a core pillar of a sustainable NHS. Community pharmacy […]
12 Days of Winter Wellness: How Smart OTC Choices Keep Small Problems from Becoming Big Ones
As winter rolls in, with its cosy nights, icy mornings, and the annual parade of sniffles, it’s more important than ever to take charge of your health before minor issues snowball into full-blown sick days. Think of this as your Winter Wellness Survival Kit, highlighting the pivotal role OTC medicines and smart habits play in […]
Neighbourhood Care: A New Era for Health and Why Community Pharmacy Must Be at Its Heart
Change is coming to health and social care in Northern Ireland, and pharmacy has a front-row seat. The launch of Northern Ireland’s Neighbourhood Care Model marks one of the most exciting developments in local healthcare for a generation. This isn’t just another policy initiative; it’s a complete reimagining of how health and social care can […]
Powering a Prevention Revolution with Community Pharmacy
Over the past few months, we’ve had the privilege of speaking with some of the most influential voices in the healthcare space, real powerhouses who all echo one key message: the future of health belongs to those who collaborate. Innovators, retailers, and consumers must work together to reshape a system that’s under increasing pressure. The future of […]
Back to Basics: Why Self-Treatable Ailments Could Be the Real Key to Healthcare Transformation
In the Thick of Summer, Minor Ailments Don’t Need a Major Response In the thick of summer, when the NHS and HSE often brace for a seasonal spike in minor ailments — from hay fever and insect bites to mild gastro bugs and skin irritations — one truth stands tall: many of these conditions don’t […]
ConsultTed – The Pharmacy Consultation App
New app could save NHS £1.7 billion by tackling minor illness bottleneck A groundbreaking new app developed by two Northern Ireland pharmacists could help save the NHS an estimated £1.7 billion annually by promoting smarter use of Over-The-Counter (OTC) medicines and reducing pressure on overstretched GPs and hospitals. ConsultTed, a digital consultation platform created by friends and experienced pharmacists […]
