Pharmacy closures in rural areas hit four-year peak, DH reveals
Last year saw 13 pharmacies close in England’s rural areas, while new data analysis reveals a “record” high of closures across the country.
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Last year saw 13 pharmacies close in England’s rural areas, while new data analysis reveals a “record” high of closures across the country.