Dundonald Medical Centre

24/11/2025

Still a few Appointments left for tomorrow in Dundonald Presbyterian Church Hall - Click on the link to get booked in.

Will you save 3 lives this week? https://nibts.hscni.net/online-booking-for-blood-donation-appointments/ ✨🩸

✅ Belfast - Mon – Fri
✅ Irvinestown - Mon 24th
✅ Dundonald - Tue 25th
✅ Crossmaglen - Tue 25th
✅ Bushmills - Wed 26th
✅ Eglish (BloodMobile) - Thurs 26th
✅ Galbally - Thurs 26th
✅ Shantallow - Fri 28th

19/11/2025

19/11/2025

It’s national Self Care Week 🫶

Coughs, colds and sore throats are common viral illnesses at this time of year 🥶

Wrap up warm, drink plenty of fluids and ask your Pharmacist for advice 🧣

Find out more:

👉 nidirect.gov.uk/conditions/cough

👉 nidirect.gov.uk/conditions/common-cold

👉 online.hscni.net/our-work/pharmacy-and-medicines-management/community-pharmacy-services/pharmacy-first/

Community Pharmacy NI Royal College of General Practitioners Northern Ireland Royal College of General Practitioners

17/11/2025

Tomorrow is the start of World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 November).

Antibiotics don’t work on viruses like colds or flu. Self-care is often the best choice to treat minor illnesses.

Pharmacists are qualified to give advice about different health matters, including minor illnesses, so consider speaking to a pharmacist before going to your GP.

Also if eligible get your flu and COVID-19 vaccine.

Find out more at www.pha.site/antibiotics

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17/11/2025

This winter, paediatricians are seeing high rates of flu cases in children and young people 😓

🚦 Check our Children's Symptom Checker for advice on care at home and how to prevent the flu 👇

https://belfasttrust.hscni.net/hospitals/childrens/childrens-symptom-checker/influenza-flu-in-children/

17/11/2025

It's this week. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) can develop slowly — which means many people don’t realise their symptoms are serious.

If you’re noticing these symptoms, speak to your GP. Early diagnosis and support can make a big difference.

Find out more about COPD and the support we provide, visit www.nichs.org.uk

14/11/2025

It's . Diabetes symptoms like thirst, tiredness, blurred vision and slow-healing wounds can be easy to miss. Know the symptoms so you can spot them early, and speak to your GP if something feels off.

Diabetes can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Unfortunately Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented; however, you can manage it. Type 2 Diabetes is preventable as it is usually caused by lifestyle factors.

Visit www.nichs.org.uk for more info on diabetes and other risk factors

13/11/2025

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

🌟 Is your child waiting for an ADHD assessment? 🌟

Our support sessions are designed to build awareness, answer your questions & give you practical strategies to support your child at home and in school.

💬 Limited spaces available contact - CommunityPaedInfo@setrust.hscni.net

11/11/2025

From October to early spring, it’s harder to get enough vitamin D from sunlight in Northern Ireland. While foods like oily fish, eggs, meat, dairy, and fortified cereals help, most of us still need a daily supplement to keep bones, teeth, and muscles healthy.

Learn more 👉 www.pha.site/vitaminD
🎥 Watch an explainer video: “The truth about Vitamin D and your health” on YouTube: youtu.be/zRE7eLZzqq4

11/11/2025

Painkiller addiction can affect anyone.

Warning signs of painkiller addiction include: needing medicine for longer periods, in higher doses, or feeling unwell when you stop taking them.

If you're concerned about becoming dependent on combination painkillers, speak to your community or practice pharmacist, or GP for support.

Find out more at https://bit.ly/Manage-Your-Pain
https://bit.ly/KCA-info