The next day’s pill, emergency contraception taken after a sexual intercourse, will be available free of charge in pharmacies in England “during the year,” the British government announced on Sunday.
Currently, women can get this pill for free in sexual health centers managed by the public health system (NHS) or on a doctor’s prescription.
It will be available free of charge in pharmacies, “during the year,” said the Ministry of Health press release.
According to this press release, women do not have a medical prescription, must currently pay “up to 30 pounds” (35 euros, editor’s note) in order to obtain the famous pill. The price that can vary according to pharmacies.
“Women from all over England are faced with an unfair postal lottery when they are looking for emergency contraception, access varying considerably depending on the place they live,” said the Secretary of State for Health, Stephen Kinnock.
“By making it available in pharmacies we will guarantee that all women can access this essential health care when they need it,” he continued.
The government will announce additional details on Monday regarding its investment plan for public pharmacies.
