Dickies Pharmacy - Summerhill

10/04/2026

🩸 Blood Glucose Testing 🩸

Blood glucose testing is important if you are living with diabetes. It helps you stay in control and avoid complications.

⚠️ Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) can happen if your levels drop too low. This can be dangerous if not treated quickly.
Symptoms include: shakiness, sweating, dizziness, confusion, and feeling very hungry. In severe cases, it can lead to unconsciousness.

⚠️ High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) occurs when your levels are too high. Over time this can increase the risk of serious complications affecting your heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves.
Symptoms include: feeling very thirsty, needing to urinate more often, tiredness, and blurred vision.

08/04/2026

Happy 30th birthday to our amazing Accuracy Checking Technician, Hannah! 🎉🎂

We hope you have a fantastic day celebrating! 🥳🎈

08/04/2026

Blood Pressure 🩺

High blood pressure (hypertension) can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke. ❤️

⚠️ Why it matters:
Untreated high blood pressure can increase your risk of:
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Kidney disease
• Vision problems

✅ Simple ways to help manage your blood pressure:
• Reduce salt intake
• Eat a balanced diet (lots of fruit & veg 🍎🥦)
• Stay active 🚶‍♂️
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Limit alcohol
• Take your medications as prescribed

You can buy a blood pressure monitor from our pharmacy to check your blood pressure at home, or pop in for a free blood pressure check.

06/04/2026

🫩 Stress awareness month 🫩

Below are some ways to help you manage your stress.

05/04/2026

🐣 HAPPY EASTER SUNDAY 🐰

03/04/2026

❓ Did you know ❓

Cotton gloves are a great way to tackle dry, sore and itchy skin. Putting a thick layer of cream under the gloves can be a great way to help with symptoms of eczema and psoriasis. 🧴

03/04/2026

🐣🌼
Normal Opening Hours Over Easter 🌼🐣

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

Easter is near 🐣🌸

Pop in to see our little range of Easter cards 🐰

30/03/2026

Look at the difference 👀

Manufactured 13 years apart. Which one do you prefer?

27/03/2026

🎗️ Prostate Cancer Awareness Month🎗️

This March, we’re raising awareness for prostate cancer, one of the most common cancers affecting men in the UK. Early detection can save lives.

🔍 Watch for these signs:
- Difficulty p*eing or changes in flow
- Needing to p*e more often, especially at night
- Blood in urine or semen
- Persistent pain in the back, hips, or pelvis

💡 Remember:
- Many men with early prostate cancer have no symptoms, which is why regular check-ups are important
- Don’t ignore changes, speak to your GP
- Encourage friends and family to get checked

25/03/2026

🐦 Be the Early Bird. Don’t Ignore Symptoms 🐦

👉Spotting cancer early can make a big difference.
Finding cancer sooner can mean:
•More treatment options
•A better chance of successful treatment

🔍 What should you look out for?
It’s about noticing what’s not normal for you, especially if it doesn’t go away, such as:
•Unexplained lumps
•Unusual bleeding
•Ongoing pain /changes in your body
•Unexplained weight loss

⏰ Don’t wait! Get checked early.
Many people delay getting symptoms checked due to worry or fear.

💬 What should you do?
•Contact your GP practice if something isn’t right
•Attend screening appointments when invited (breast, bowel, cervical)
•Speak to our pharmacy team if you’re unsure or need advice