Some conditions that could be included are headaches, hay fever and cold sores.
Pharmacists want to be able to advise patients on symptoms and medications for minor aches and illness for free.
They believe if they could see people for headaches, hay fever and cold sores it would save around one million GP appointments per year.
Eamonn Brady from Whelehan's Pharmacy in Mullingar says pharmacists are beginning to feel that they are being under utilised:
Counselling Services Set To Expand In DEIS Primary Schools
This follows the success of a pilot programme across multiple counties.
Primary School Councilling Sessions Likely To Be Rolled Out In Deis Schools
Laois students were included in the successful pilot programme.
Urgent Call For Progress On Proposed 20-Bed Midlands Hospice In Offaly
A recent vote saw all but one Offaly councillor back the project’s progression.
Laois Village Aiming For Major Parish Hall Redevelopment
Locals are setting up an limited company to oversee any works at Clonaslee's Parochial Hall.
Midlands MEP Calls For Urgent Action To Protect Women From Domestic Violence
Women’s Aid’s Femicide Watch raises awareness of the dangers women face.
Youth Mental Health Referrals Rise By 54% In Laois And Offaly
Referrals were by just under 40% in the first half of this year nationally.
Midlands Senator Calls For More Support For Families Facing Drug Debt Intimidation
Joe Flaherty made the call yesterday in the Seanad.
Laois GAA Club Relying On State Funding And Community Support For New Clubhouse
Clonaslee St Manman's are looking to improve their club ground facilities.
