Dickies Pharmacy - Summerhill

25/02/2026

It’s that time of year again when mini eggs are lining the supermarket shelves. But, did you know that, just like grapes, they are the perfect size to block a small child’s airway and choke them? And, their hard shell can make it difficult to dislodge with standard first aid techniques.

With whole grapes we advise cutting them in half lengthways and ideally into quarters to create thin strips. But chopping up mini eggs isn’t as easy. So, what can you do?

1. Hide them from the children and eat them yourself – good luck with that!

2. Break them into small pieces with a rolling pin. Or, crush them in a pestle and mortar. Or melt them a little first.

3. Opt for a different treat. Larger, hollow eggs are much safer for little ones.

For more practical tips and advice to keep children safe from choking take a look at our guide: https://capt.org.uk/resources/choking-fact-sheet/

25/02/2026

Mother’s Day is Sunday 15th March 💖

Don’t forget to treat the special mum, gran, or mother figure in your life!

Pop in and pick up a beautiful card and a thoughtful gift

25/02/2026

A big shout out to GOLD Pharmacy, Summerhill, who are doing a brilliant job in the run-up to No Smoking Day by posting a few times a week on their page, covering all different aspects of giving up smoking and promoting their service. Keep it up, very well done!

Please all push promotion in the lead up to No Smoking day on the 11th March, we appreciate your support with this!

25/02/2026

🚭 Smoking & Asthma 😷

Did you know to***co smoke contains over 4,000 chemicals and is a major trigger for asthma, for both smokers and anyone exposed to second-hand smoke?

👶 Parents who smoke are more likely to have children with asthma.

Take the first step today! 💙 Pop in and speak to us about our 12-week Smoking Cessation Programme

23/02/2026

🚭 Smoking & Mental Health 🧠💙

Think ci******es help with stress? Think again!

• ⚡ Ni****ne addiction can actually increase stress & mood swings

• 😔 Smokers have a higher risk of depression & anxiety

• 🌟 Quitting can improve mood, reduce anxiety & boost wellbeing

20/02/2026

🚭 Smoking & Your Bones 🦴

Did you know smoking can weaken your bones?

• Smoking reduces blood flow and oxygen to tissues, including bones, slowing healing.

• Ni****ne narrows blood vessels, and carbon monoxide reduces oxygen levels…both harm bone strength.

• Smoking also lowers oestrogen, which increases the risk of osteoporosis, especially after menopause.

18/02/2026

🚭 Thinking of quitting smoking? Here’s what happens when you do 💙

• 30 minutes: Blood pressure and pulse return to normal

• 24 hours: Blood is free of carbon monoxide

• Weeks: Circulation and breathing improve

• 12 months: Heart risk is half that of a smoker

• 5–15 years: Stroke risk matches that of a non-smoker

• 10 years: Heart attack risk similar to a lifelong non-smoker

Stopping smoking prolongs life:
• Quitting at 35–39 adds 6–9 years
• Quitting at 65–69 adds 1–4 years

18/02/2026

🚭 Smoking & Type 2 Diabetes. Know the Risks 💙

Smoking increases the risk of heart attack for people with type 2 diabetes.
It also contributes to peripheral arterial disease, which can lead to leg ulcers, gangrene, or even amputation, and raises the risk of diabetic retinopathy (eye damage).

The good news? Quitting smoking can improve diabetes control, reduce blood pressure and cholesterol, and may even lower the amount of medication you need.

16/02/2026

🚬 Did you know smoking damages your heart? ❤️

Smoking causes a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow. This can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of clots.

Ni****ne also immediately increases heart rate and blood pressure, putting extra strain on your heart.

⚠️ Smoking 20 a day more than doubles your risk of a heart attack compared to a non-smoker.

13/02/2026

🚭 No Smoking Day is approaching!
🗓️ 11th March

Thinking about quitting smoking but worried about weight gain?

Pop in and speak to our trained pharmacy team about the benefits of quitting smoking and practical tips to help prevent weight gain while you quit.

11/02/2026

🚭 No Smoking Day is approaching!

🗓️ 11th March

Thinking about quitting smoking? There’s no better time to start 💪
Why not sign up to our Smoking Cessation Service?

Our trained pharmacy team can support you every step of the way and help you find the right products to give you the best chance of quitting for good.

30/01/2026