Village Pharmacy

20/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND AHEAD 🌸🌼🌞

We will be closed on Monday 25th May, please be sure to plan ahead and ensure you have a sufficient supply of medication 💊

04/05/2026

Bank holiday weekend is here.
As you head out and about don’t forget
the essentials. Remember – UV rays
are invisible but powerful. Even if
there’s a breeze, your skin still needs
protection.
• Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen (and
reapply every 2 hours!)
• Wear a hat and sunglasses
• Seek shade during peak UV
hours (11am – 3pm)
• Stay hydrated
Protect your skin and enjoy sunshine
safely! ☀️
To find out more visit
www.careinthesun.org

30/04/2026

Did you know sunburn in children can
increase the risk of skin cancer in later
life?
Children’s skin is more sensitive to UV
rays than adults, so it’s important to
protect their skin and eyes from sun
damage all year round.
For a good level of protection, choose
a sunscreen that offers protection
from both UVA and UVB radiation and
has:
✅SPF of at least 30
✅UVA star rating of 4 or more
For more info, go to
www.careinthesun.org

https://youtu.be/Fm0Cv463bHo?si=wtVvBkOiakfBmrNn

Children’s skin is more sensitive to UV rays, so it’s important to know how to protect their skin from sun damage.   Watch this video to find out which sunsc...

26/04/2026

Over exposure to UV rays from the sun
can damage your skin and lead to skin
cancer.
Regardless of your skin colour or tone,
you need to protect your skin by using
sunscreen when the UV index is 3 or
more, even if it is cool or cloudy 🌥
Applying sunscreen regularly will help
protect your skin from harmful UV rays,
reduce your risk of skin cancer and
prevent premature aging.
To find out more, visit
www.careinthesun.org

24/04/2026

The 2026 COVID-19 spring vaccination programme is now underway, giving the more vulnerable members of our community the opportunity to top up their protection ahead of any potential waves of COVID-19 over the coming months.

This year’s spring vaccine will be offered to:
• adults aged 75 years old or over;
• residents in a care home for older adults;
• individuals aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in COVID-19: the green book, chapter 14a.

For further information on the spring top up see www.nidirect.gov.uk/covidvaccine

COVID spring booster available in store now 💉

21/04/2026

There is no safe limit for exposure to
UV radiation from sunbeds.
Research shows people who have
used a sunbed at least once at any
stage in their life have a 20% higher
risk of developing melanoma skin
cancer, than people who have never
used a sunbed.
Find out more at
www.pha.site/sunbeds

18/04/2026

Over exposure to UV rays from the sun
can damage your skin and lead to skin
cancer.
Regardless of your skin colour or tone,
you need to protect your skin by using
sunscreen when the UV index is 3 or
more, even if it is cool or cloudy. 🌥
So, which sunscreen should you
choose? Click the link below for adviceon what to look for when choosing
sunscreen.
www.careinthesun.org

https://youtu.be/FEm0r9iCROU?si=UU13u1df8nSvuazx

Over exposure to UV rays from the sun can damage your skin and lead to skin cancer. You need to protect your skin by using sunscreen when the UV index is 3 ...

15/04/2026

It’s important to protect your skin from
harmful UV rays even if it is cool or
cloudy. 🌥
For a good level of protection, choose
a sunscreen that offers protection from
both UVA and UVB radiation. You
should also choose a sunscreen that
has at least SPF 30 and a UVA rating
of 4 - 5 stars.
Apply generously and be sure to
reapply (every 2 hours) throughout the
day, aim for 6 teaspoons for full body
coverage.
To find out more, visit
www.careinthesun.org