Sore throat test and treat: number of consultations and tests

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Next update expected:2027

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12th March 2026
Dataset first published.

Main information

Designation
Official statistics
Data provider
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Data source
Prescribing Services
Time period covered
April 2023 to March 2025

Overview

Summary of dataset and variables

In 2023-24, a new service called sore throat test and treat (STTT) was introduced for patients who had a common ailments consultation for sore throat and tonsilitis. The STTT service enables pharmacists to employ point of care tests as part of the assessment to support clinical decision making and the supply of appropriate treatment. The use of point of care tests can help identify whether a streptococcus bacterial infection is the cause of the symptoms and prevent the unnecessary use of antibiotics. The data shows the number of consultations in the financial year based on claims made by pharmacies. Data is based on claims, therefore the same person may be counted multiple times if they had multiple consultations/tests.

Data collection or calculation

Data provided by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (Pharmacy Services).

Statistical quality

See quality report under 'Background Information' at the weblink

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Organisation
Welsh Government
Contact email
stats.healthinfo@gov.wales