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13/06/2022

A new drug cures 100% of colorectal cancer patients in a small initial trial. This is ground-breaking news in Cancer Research.

What could this mean for the future of cancer patients? Read more to find out: https://bit.ly/3Hb3kT3

06/06/2022

We are supporting National Smile Month because a healthy mouth means a healthy body. 👄

Our mouth is so important to many aspects of our life.

Because of this it makes sense to give our oral health the best care possible.

Pop in-store & get your teeth shining and healthy with our range of oral care products. 😍

30/05/2022

With children breaking up for May half-term, if you’re concerned about your child’s and , there are lots of useful advice and information on website: https://bit.ly/3OKOupI

26/05/2022

A simple one minute check could help you understand what your blood pressure means for you and your personal health. ✔

Find out why you should squeeze in a regular BP check whenever you can at https://bit.ly/3MT4AMC to join in with .

Or call us to book a Free Blood Pressure Test in our pharmacy!

23/05/2022

Over 10 million lives are lost each year due to high blood pressure (BP), yet only half of people affected are aware they have it - Give yourself a squeeze and get your BP checked.

Join in with with May Measure Month, a global campaign to raise awareness for high blood pressure & a reminder to test your blood pressure regularly.

Book a Free Blood Pressure Test with our pharmacy today! Pop in-store for advice or give us a call.

20/05/2022

Why Should You Get Your Blood Pressure Checked? ✔

Raised blood pressure is the number one cause of preventable death worldwide.

A simple, one-minute arm squeeze could prevent this.

May Measurement Month is a global screening campaign run by the International Society of Hypertension.

It enables people of all ages to get checked in the world’s largest FREE blood pressure screening programme.

It’s just a little squeeze to make sure you are part of .

Get your free blood pressure check with us today! Call us to book a BP check.

16/05/2022

New prescription charge freeze has been implemented, for the first time in over a decade, to help ease the rising cost of living.

The prescription charge per item is capped at £9.35 until further notice.

What do you think of this? Could this be helpful for you, your family or friends?

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Litiof

Cost of NHS prescriptions will be frozen for the first time in over a decade.

13/05/2022

It's officially Mental Health Awareness Week (9th- 15th May)!

It's vital to look after your mental health and important to take time for yourself to do something that you love. 🎨

It could be painting, going for a walk, a swim, or even just taking yourself out for a relaxing meal. 🚶‍♂️🍷

We wanted to share some tips on how you can help your mental health.

Get a free Mind Plan today: https://bit.ly/3kQQXlI

09/05/2022

It's officially Mental Health Awareness Week (9th-15th May)!

Are you managing your anxiety? 💭

Try a short breathing exercise to help calm your symptoms.

Sometimes just using these small techniques make a huge different to feel like you're in control again.

Read more about Anxiety & how to deal with your symptoms here: https://bit.ly/3ykBwcK

02/05/2022

The theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week (9th- 15th May) is loneliness.

Feeling lonely is something that all of us can experience at any point in our lives, which can have negative impacts on our health and wellbeing.

There are lots of simple actions that you can do to help others who may be feeling lonely, including:

- Giving a friend or family member a call or text 📞
- Inviting someone for a walk 👟
- Reaching out to a friend for a cuppa ☕

You might find that reaching out to someone else could help you to feel less lonely too.

Find out how you can help lift someone out of loneliness ⬇️

www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/lifes-challenges/loneliness/

29/04/2022

As part of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week (25 April - 1 May), we would like to share some fantastic advancements! The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) approved diroximel fumarate (Vumerity) as a new treatment for relapsing MS in adults with active disease in England.

We're pleased NICE has approved Vumerity, which can be taken as a tablet at home, for use on the NHS in England.

Find out more: https://mssoc.uk/3E6Xvol

Today the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) approved diroximel fumarate (Vumerity) as a new treatment for relapsing MS in adults with active disease.

25/04/2022

It's Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week during 25 Apr- 1 May. MS is a chronic illness that effects more than 130,000 people in the UK. It effects your brain and spinal cord. In MS, the coating that protects your nerves (myelin) is damaged.

This causes a range of symptoms like blurred vision and problems with how we move think and feel. Individuals with MS struggle with periods of remission & relapse.

There is no cure for MS. Yet. But research is progressing faster than ever before!

Find out how you can make a difference & get involved: https://bit.ly/3L23uNO

Join the UK's biggest MS community. Together our voices are louder, and we can fight harder for everyone affected by MS in the UK.

22/04/2022

It's Stress Awareness Month! Unlock your happy using these simple, daily activities!

Learn more about stress and ways to manage your stress here: https://bit.ly/3uPEz9u

20/04/2022

MS is unpredictable and different for everybody. Symptoms can come and go and change over time, and it’s difficult to know how your condition might progress. That’s why this (from 25 April – 1 May) we’re shining a light on the uncertainty of living with the condition. Find out more on how YOU can get involved.

https://bit.ly/3JC4G9a

15/04/2022

In light of Stress Awareness Month, why not take part in the 30 Day Challenge which encourages you to pick one action for your Physical, Mental and Emotional Wellbeing to carry out every day!

Try and add actions for your social and spiritual wellness too.

Here are some extra resources that you can use to manage your stress: https://bit.ly/35CHx8w

11/04/2022

Did you know: the existing treatments for Parkinson's are limited & there's currently no cure?

World Parkinson's Day (11th April) is all about raising awareness of what it's like to live with the condition. 💙

Anything you do to get involved, whether it's fundraising, taking part in a social media campaign or spreading the word - every little helps. 🤝

Learn more & get involved here: https://bit.ly/3J7F17V

08/04/2022

Light Up Blue for World Parkinson's Day on 11th April.💙

Whether you have Parkinson’s, are close to someone with the condition, or just want to spread awareness, it’s really easy to take part in. Find out more about how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/3DBHhmU

04/04/2022

Do you know how to manage your stress? 💭

Learning to recognise & prevent your individual signs of stress is essential.

You can find a range of resources below to help you make the right choices for your mental wellbeing, whether it's at work, in school or in your daily life. 💚

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3uPEz9u

Stress Awareness Month has been held every April, since 1992 to increase public awareness about both the causes and cures