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Cohens Chemist
Cohens Chemist is a well-established community pharmacy chain in the United Kingdom, founded in 1980. It has grown to become one of Britain's leading pharmacy retailers with over 220 branches nationwide. The company operates primarily in community health centers and offers a wide range of pharmacy services to support customer health and wellbeing.
The company provides comprehensive and innovative pharmacy services including free collection and delivery of prescriptions, repeat prescription management, and home care packs. Cohens Chemist also offers enhanced health services such as health care checks, medicine usage reviews, weight management advice, and private consultations in confidential rooms. In addition, their pharmacies provide NHS services including the “Pharmacy First” program which enables patients to access treatments for minor ailments such as earaches, sinusitis, sore throats, shingles, and urinary tract infections without the need to see a GP first.
Cohens Chemist is known for its close relationships with local communities and its focus on delivering friendly, efficient, discreet, and confidential service to its customers. They also provide private prescriptions and specialized weight loss services, as well as flu vaccinations available seasonally across branches.
The company employs approximately between 1,000 and 4,999 staff members in the UK. It operates around 220 to 499 physical locations, including supermarkets, distribution centers, and warehouses, to serve its broad customer base effectively.
Financially, Cohens Chemist's estimated annual turnover is approximately 140 to 150 million GBP (translated roughly to 100 to 200 million EUR) as of 2023. This solid financial performance reflects its strong presence in the UK pharmacy market and its commitment to accessible health services.
Headquarters
Bolton, United Kingdom
Phone number
Facts and figures
250 to 499
Stores worldwide
Turnover
Global workforce