Community pharmacy, also known as retail pharmacy, is the most common type of pharmacy that allows the public access to their medications and advice about their health. Traditionally known as a chemist, it is the healthcare facility that is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical service to a specific community group or region. Most community pharmacies have a commercial store with a combination of medicinal goods only available with a prescription and those with that can be purchased over-the-counter. Community pharmacists are considered to be the most accessible health professional to the public, as they are available to provide personalized advice about health and medicine on a walk-in basis, without the need for an appointment. 89% of the population in the United Kingdom can access a community pharmacy within a 20-minute walk. Traditionally, the role of the community pharmacist is to provide medications to patients based on a prescription from their doctor. However, the role of the pharmacist has evolved greatly and is now deeply involved in a number of other health initiatives.

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