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    But on a brighter note.. The five dollar fee for prescriptions is being binned from today

    But on a brighter note.. The five dollar fee for prescriptions is being binned from today


    This means pharmacies will no longer have to charge for giving out medication.

    It was announced during May's budget.

    The policy may not last long though with the National Party promising to scrap it if it wins October's election.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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