Herbert & Herbert Pharmacy

22/03/2024

05/03/2024

Cases of childhood like and are rising – but they are preventable. is the best defence for children against many common illnesses. 🦠💉

Make sure your child is up to date and book any catch up appointments with your GP practice.

29/02/2024

A spring Covid vaccination will be offered to people at highest risk of serious illness following advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

The NHS will confirm how and when eligible people can get this vaccination.

More: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/jcvi-advises-on-eligible-groups-for-2024-spring-covid-19-vaccine

27/02/2024

Measles can have serious and sometimes fatal consequences and is still common in many countries worldwide. Before you travel, make sure you & your loved ones are up to date with vaccinations. ✈️

Find out more: http://nhs.uk/MMR

27/02/2024

Any children or young people who missed getting the vaccine first time around will have the opportunity to receive it now.

Children between 12 months and 5 years of age can get the vaccine through their GP practice and those aged 6 years to 25 years of age should make an appointment at a Trust vaccine clinic www.pha.site/MMR-get-vaccinated

Measles is on the rise. It is highly infectious can easily spread between unvaccinated people. Two doses of the MMR vaccine provide the best protection against measles, mumps and rubella.

www.nidirect.gov.uk/mmr

27/02/2024

Breastfeeding has many potential benefits for mothers including protection from illnesses as well as saving money and being environmentally friendly 🤱

For more information on the benefits of breastfeeding or to find out how you can support a breastfeeding mum, visit www.pha.site/bfsupport

02/01/2024

If you think you or your child is showing signs of it's important to contact your local GP practice or .

Stay away from nursery, school or work for 24 hours after taking the 1st dose of antibiotics to protect others.
More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever/

02/01/2024

Diarrhoea and vomiting bugs are unpleasant and short-lived for most, but for some it can have more of an impact.

If you have symptoms, stay at home for 48 hours after your symptoms clear & protect those around you.

More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/norovirus/

02/01/2024

Do you have a child who's unwell and are wondering if they should be in nursery or school?

Check out this handy guide to find out when they should stay off, and when they can go back if they are well enough to do so.

Symptoms and severity of illness will vary from person to person. If your child is unwell and you have concerns about their symptoms you should speak to your GP.

11/11/2023

Flu and COVID-19 can be unpleasant for most people, but if you're pregnant, it's particularly important to get vaccinated to protect both you and your baby.

Read more in our blog: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2023/10/26/how-flu-and-covid-vaccinations-help-protect-you-and-your-baby/

11/11/2023

Antibiotic resistance is one of the most serious global health emergencies we've encountered. Return unused antibiotics to your pharmacy for safe disposal.

Visit www.pha.site/antibiotics

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