Dickies Pharmacy - Torry

09/11/2025

09/11/2025

It's Movember!

Did you know that 60 men are lost globally to su***de every hour!?

Movember is for drawing attention to men's su***de, mental health, prostate and testicular cancer.

Is anyone growing a Mo for Movember? We'd love to see, please share or tag us into your posts.

https://uk.movember.com/

28/10/2025

💗 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Scottish women, with one in seven developing the disease. We’re encouraging everyone to be breast aware, share the symptoms, and know where to turn if you have concerns.

♥️Know the symptoms:
A lump or thickened area in the breast or armpit
Changes in the size or shape of one or both breasts
Discharge from the ni**le (possibly blood-stained)
Dimpling or puckering of the skin
Rash or crusting around the ni**le
A ni**le that becomes sunken or changes position

♥️How to check your breasts:
Get to know what’s normal for you - there’s no right or wrong way to check.
Look and feel regularly, including the upper chest and armpits.
Do this in the shower, lying down, or in front of a mirror.

♥️What to do if you’re concerned:
If you notice anything unusual, don't wait. Speak to your GP as soon as possible.
You may be referred to a breast clinic for further tests like a mammogram or biopsy.

Remember: most breast changes aren’t cancer, but it’s always best to check.

28/10/2025

As we approach the end of breast cancer awareness month and in line with the "Be The Early Bird" campaign, please can we remind you all of the importance of breast self-examination:

Look for changes in size, shape, or skin.
Touch & feel – for lumps or thickening.
If you notice an abnormal lump, seek medical care—even if the lump doesn’t hurt.

If something feels off—even if it doesn’t hurt—talk to your GP!

27/10/2025

It is great to see this group in Torry gaining momentum. We hope you can make it to the session. Other support is available. Find out more at http://nhsinform.scot/menopause


NHS Grampian Communities Torry Communities Aberdeen

27/10/2025

Information about breast screening is available in a range of other languages (including British Sign Language) and other formats (including Easy Read, large print and audio).

These can be found at nhsinform.scot/breastscreening



Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Aberdeenshire Public Health - North Aberdeenshire Public Health - Central Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP Health Improvement Team MorayHealth and Social Care Moray NHS Grampian

24/10/2025

It’s important to check your body regularly, to help spot any changes to your breasts early. If you notice any changes, your GP wants to know.

Visit https://breastcancernow.org/ to learn more about the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.



Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Aberdeenshire Public Health - North Aberdeenshire Public Health - Central Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP Health Improvement Team MorayHealth and Social Care Moray NHS Grampian

24/10/2025

It's Feel-Good-Friday!

We haven't been sent any good news stories this week so thought we'd take the opportunity to celebrate you all and appreciate all the hard work you do every single day within your communities, well done everyone, give each other a pat on the back! 🌟👏🤩

22/10/2025

If you’re aged 50 to 70 and you’ve missed, skipped or forgotten about your breast screening appointment, you can contact your local breast screening centre to arrange a new appointment.

Find the contact details atnhsinform.scot/breastscreeningcentres



Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Aberdeenshire Public Health - North Aberdeenshire Public Health - Central Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP Health Improvement Team MorayHealth and Social Care Moray NHS Grampian

17/10/2025

This week we're highlighting menopause in the run up to Menopause Awareness Day on 18th October.

With much of our workforce being women, it's important to be aware of how menopause can affect the workplace and have support in place where required.

NHS Grampian has lots of information here: https://www.nhsgrampian.org/your-health/wecare/menopause/ including a TURAS training course for managers.

17/10/2025

Do you know the symptoms of the menopause?

Physical symptoms can include migraines, night sweats, vaginal dryness and joint pain.
Knowing the signs can help you navigate menopause with more confidence.

Read more about the symptoms of menopause at nhsinform.scot/menopause




Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Aberdeenshire Public Health - North Aberdeenshire Public Health - Central Aberdeenshire Public Health - South Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP Health Improvement Team MorayHealth and Social Care Moray NHS Grampian