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17/03/2026

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16/03/2026

Chickenpox and vaccines

Chickenpox is on the rise in the UK. Not only does this impact on children who may suffer from the condition, it also creates difficulties for immune-supressed and vulnerable peers.

It’s a common infection in children that spreads easily. While it’s usually mild, it can lead to serious complications which need hospitalisation, including chest infections and fits.

All young children are now eligible for vaccination. The vaccine will be combined with the existing MMR jab (given at 12 and 18 months of age), which already helps protect against measles, mumps and rubella. Children up to the age of six can catch up on doses when invited.

15/03/2026

Mother's Day can be difficult if you are experiencing grief, bereavement, or loss.

There is no timetable for how long grief lasts, or how you should feel at a particular time of year. But remember, you are not alone.

For help and support, visit https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss

15/03/2026

🎬 All the talk about who will win the Oscars this year got us thinking...

If giving blood was a movie, what would it be called?

Here are some of our ideas:

▪️ 'The Good, The Red, and The Lifesaving'
▪️ 'Mission: Possible'
▪️ 'It's a Wonderful Pint'

Share your creative movie titles below and let's see who Hollywood should be hiring as a film producer! 🏆

15/03/2026

Digital support sessions available for you 📱 💻

✅ help with the NHS app
💊 help to order prescriptions online
📄 access your records securely online
💻 book online consultations

See the post below for dates, times & locations 📍
No need to book just turn up and remember your device 📱 💻

13/03/2026

⚠️ Important medicine recall from the manufacturer – please check your Ramipril 5mg

If you have received Ramipril 5mg capsules within the last 28 days, please check for the following:
• Batch number: GR164099
• Expiry date: 10/2026
• Pack size: 28

If the above match, please open the Ramipril box and check the capsules inside.

If the medication is not Ramipril, please:
• Return the pack to your local pharmacy, and
• Contact your GP to arrange a new supply.

This is a product recall from the manufacturer.

If you have received this batch of Ramipril and have taken the medication already, please contact your GP for advice.

26/01/2026

If you have a low income, the NHS Low Income Scheme could help you pay for:

💊 NHS Prescriptions
🦷 NHS Dental Treatment
👁️ Eyesight Tests, Glasses & Contact Lenses
🚌 Travel to NHS Appointments
👨‍🦱 Wigs & Fabric Supports

Learn more:
➡️ https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-low-income-scheme

26/01/2026

01/01/2026

Wishing all our customers a very happy new year 🎉

29/12/2025

Opening hours for this week! 🎉

Mon 29th Dec..9am to 5pm
Tues 30th Dec..9am to 5pm
Weds 31st Dec...9am to 3pm
Thurs 1st Jan...CLOSED
Fri 2nd Jan ...9am to 5pm

29/12/2025

You’re entitled to free NHS prescriptions if you have a medical exemption certificate. Speak to your doctor to apply if you have a qualifying long-term condition.

Learn more:
➡️ https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/medex

25/12/2025

Wishing all our customers a very merry Christmas! Please note we are closed Christmas day and Boxing day. 🎅🎅🎅🎅🎅🎄🎄🎄🎄🎁🎁🎁