Accredited Allergy Services
Every patient with allergy or 'intolerance' should be able to get an adequate and appropriate allergy assessment through the NHS, with the right advice about avoidance of their triggers and management of their symptoms. Unfortunately NHS primary care allergy services are patchy and many people do not get the help they need.
Allergy UK continues to campaign for better provision of NHS allergy services but has also developed partnerships with others to provide paid-for allergy screening services for allergy sufferers who need them. Allergy UK ensures that the training for staff in these services is adequate and sensible, carries out audits and clinical governance and provides follow-up information and support for every person who uses these services.
Call our Helpline on 01322 619898 for information on your closest relevant NHS clinic or you may choose to use one of the following private services.
To find your nearest Accredited Allergy Service Provider - Click here
Pharmacy Allergy Screening Services
The Pharmacy Allergy Screening service provides 'entry-level' allergy screening. A consultation with a trained pharmacist is followed by an on-the-spot basic allergy blood test if this is required (not all people need an allergy test; the decision is made after taking a medical and allergy history). Advice about symptom management is given. If your problem is more complex or severe, or is not related to allergy, you will be given advice about what action to take (referral to GP or specialist allergy clinic).
Click Here for more detailed information on the Pharmacy Service.
Nuffield Hospitals
Some Nuffield Hospitals run Nurse-led allergy clinics with staff trained by Allergy UK. You do not need a referral from your GP to book an appointment. Each appointment lasts one hour and includes a comprehensive history, advice and support from the allergy Nurse, with skin prick testing or a full range of laboratory allergy blood tests available if required. Follow-up and support through Allergy UK is included as part of the service.
Click Here for more detailed information on the Nuffield Allergy Service.
