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Patients Forced to Wait for Hours at State Pharmacies

Published January 15, 2026, 09:17
Patients Forced to Wait for Hours at State Pharmacies

Citizens are facing significant hardship when obtaining medication from state pharmacies, with waiting times often exceeding 1.5 hours. The problem is particularly acute at the pharmacy of the Nicosia General Hospital, where there was overcrowding yesterday. Of particular concern is the fact that rheumatology patients were among those waiting, forced to stand for hours due to a lack of available seating. This situation highlights the need for improved organization and service at state pharmacies to ensure citizens have access to necessary pharmaceutical care without undue hardship.