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Best Way to Manage NHS Prescriptions: GP, Pharmacy App, or Online Pharmacy?

For Pharmacy

6 Mar 2026

Managing NHS prescriptions is now easier than ever. While many patients still...

Pharmacy apps can be safe to use in the UK when they operate within NHS systems.

Are Pharmacy Apps Safe? UK Data Protection, NHS Rules & What Patients Should Know

For Pharmacy

5 Mar 2026

Are Pharmacy Apps Safe to Use in the UK? Yes, pharmacy apps...

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A repeat prescription is a medication that your GP has authorised you to request regularly without needing a new appointment each time.

How Repeat Prescriptions Work in the UK

For Pharmacy

4 Mar 2026

What Is a Repeat Prescription? A repeat prescription is a medication that...

Pharmacy First is one of the key services strengthening community healthcare access in England.

What Is Pharmacy First and How Does It Work in England?

For Pharmacy

3 Mar 2026

Community pharmacies are playing an increasingly important role in NHS primary care....

Pharmacy’s Guide to Getting PGDs and Expanding Private Services

PGDs in UK Pharmacies: How to Get Started and Expand Private Clinical Services

For Pharmacy

3 Mar 2026

As community pharmacies expand beyond dispensing, Patient Group Directions (PGDs) play a...

Guide to Digital Pharmacy Services in the UK

Complete Guide to Digital Pharmacy Services in the UK (2026)

For Pharmacy

2 Mar 2026

What Are Digital Pharmacy Services? Digital pharmacy services refer to online tools...

Efficient and reliable prescription delivery is essential for modern community pharmacies.

How UK Pharmacies Can Track & Manage Prescription Deliveries Efficiently

For Pharmacy

27 Feb 2026

Why Is Delivery Management Becoming Critical for Community Pharmacies? Prescription delivery services...

Prescription Management Systems How They Improve Patient Safety and Accuracy

Prescription Management Systems in the UK: How They Improve Patient Safety, Accuracy & Pharmacy Efficiency 

For Pharmacy

25 Feb 2026

What Is a Prescription Management System? A prescription management system is a...

How to Keep Track of Your Repeat Prescriptions - A Guide for Busy Patients

How to Keep Track of Your Repeat Prescriptions in the UK

For Patients

2 Mar 2026

Managing repeat prescriptions is essential for patients with long-term conditions. Missing medication...

How to Stay Hydrated During the Winter

Winter Hydration in the UK: Why You Still Need to Drink Water in Cold Weather

For Patients

1 Mar 2026

Many people assume dehydration is only a summer problem. In reality, dehydration...

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How to Request a Repeat Prescription Using Your Pharmacy’s App

How to Order a Repeat Prescription Online in the UK: Step-by-Step Guide – 2026

For Patients

28 Feb 2026

Can You Order a Repeat Prescription Online in the UK? Yes. If...

Yellow Fever Vaccination for Your Upcoming Travel

Do You Need a Yellow Fever Vaccine for Travel from the UK?

For Patients

26 Feb 2026

Do UK Travellers Need a Yellow Fever Vaccine? Whether you need a...

Pharmacies Grow - More Visibility, More Patients, and More Repeat Prescriptions.

How UK Community Pharmacies Can Increase Visibility, Patient Numbers & Repeat Prescriptions

For Patients

24 Feb 2026

Why Are Community Pharmacies Struggling with Growth? Community pharmacies across the UK...

Order Repeat Prescriptions Without Visiting Your GP

How to Order Repeat Prescriptions from Your Local Pharmacy Without Visiting Your GP 

For Patients

23 Feb 2026

Can You Order Repeat Prescriptions Without Visiting Your GP? Yes. In the...

Local Pharmacies for Travel Vaccinations Quickly with Charac

How to Book Travel Vaccinations in the UK (2026 Guide – Find a Travel Clinic Near You)

For Patients

21 Feb 2026

Planning international travel? Travel vaccinations may be required or recommended depending on...

Book a Pharmacy Appointment Using Charac

How to Book a Pharmacy Appointment Online in the UK

For Patients

20 Feb 2026

Can You Book a Pharmacy Appointment Online in the UK? Yes. Many...

Charac’s Journey at the Pharmacy Show

The Pharmacy Show my reflections

News

16 Oct 2024

A Thank You to the Pharmacy Industry Hello, everyone! First and foremost,...

World in disruption: Charac’s fight to create a healthcare omnichannel

News

8 Oct 2024

Charac was recently profiled in TechInformed by Ann-Marie Corvin, with the article...

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Lincoln Pharmacy team celebrates app launch to enhance patient health outcomes

Lincoln Pharmacy launches app to improve patient health outcomes

News

8 Oct 2024

New app designed by Charac for London-based community pharmacy will enable patients...

Charac signs up local Longfield-based Hodgson Pharmacy to help the business improve customer experience

Charac signs up local Longfield-based Hodgson Pharmacy to help the business improve customer experience and manage strong demand

News

8 Oct 2024

Hodgson Pharmacy has seen patient numbers double after closure of local Lloyds...

Charac secures investment from private equity firm Traditum to accelerate its growth in the UK market and internationally

News

8 Oct 2024

Funding raised by Charac is now circa £4 million following three earlier...

Charac receives £1million investment from Royal Mail Group

News

8 Oct 2024

Finally, the news is out!!! I am pleased to announce RoyalMail as...

Charac receives £1.2m funding boost to support its mission of saving the UK’s community pharmacies

News

8 Oct 2024

Fresh finance from the National Pharmacy Association and pharmacy owners follows a...

Pharmacy Wise team celebrates app launch to improve healthcare access in Lincolnshire

Pharmacy Wise launches app to enhance healthcare access in Lincolnshire

News

8 Oct 2024

The pharmacy group Pharmacy Wise (trading name of Warwick Healthcare) has announced...