Term information

Term: primary care

Term details for 'primary care'

Primary care is normally provided by the first professional you see on presenting a health problem, such as a GP, dentist, pharmacist or optician.

Broader terms
health care
Related terms
general practitioners, primary care groups, primary care trusts, social prescribing

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