Partridge Chemists

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

01/05/2026

Partridge Chemists will be closed on Monday 4th May 2026.
We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 5th May 2026
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Loughbrickland | Lurgan | Portadown | Tandragee

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.
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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

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...

27/04/2026

Over exposure to UV rays from the sun can damage your skin and lead to skin cancer.
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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 🌥
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Applying sunscreen regularly will help protect your skin from harmful UV rays, reduce your risk of skin cancer and prevent premature aging.
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To find out more, visit
www.careinthesun.org

25/04/2026

🔹ROTA HOURS🔹
Partridge Chemist Lurgan - Sunday 26th April - 11am - 12pm
36 High Street | Lurgan | BT66 8AU
Tel: 028 3832 2096

24/04/2026

It’s important to protect your skin from harmful UV rays even if it is cool or cloudy. 🌥
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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.
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Apply generously and be sure to reapply (every 2 hours) throughout the day, aim for 6 teaspoons for full body coverage.
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To find out more, visit
www.careinthesun.org

21/04/2026

There is no safe limit for exposure to UV radiation from sunbeds.
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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.
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Find out more at www.pha.site/sunbeds

17/04/2026

Skin cancer is caused by over exposure to UV (ultraviolet) light. Over 4,000 people in Northern Ireland will be diagnosed with skin cancer each year, almost 1 in 10 of these are malignant melanoma, the most serious form.
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There’s lots of ways you can protect your skin and eyes from UV damage such as staying in the shade and applying sunscreen regularly.
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For more tips and advice on reducing your risk of skin cancer, go to www.careinthesun.org

14/04/2026

🌾🌼It's Hay Fever season and we are here to help. Come and speak to our teams about the best plan for you.🌼🌾

26/03/2026

Preventable childhood infections can have a huge impact on a child’s life. They can miss out on education due to time spent unwell, be hospitalised, have lifelong complications such as deafness, blindness and paralysis.
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Childhood immunisation can help keep your child safe. To see if your child is up to date with their childhood vaccinations, check their red book, or contact your GP practice.
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www.nidirect.gov.uk/childhoodimmunisation
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23/03/2026

🔷 FREE Prescription Collection Service 🔷

💊 Sign a consent form at our pharmacy.
💊 We'll forward this to your surgery.
💊 Order your next supply of repeat medication and let us know.
💊 If you have a one off prescription, we can collect this too.

Portadown | Lurgan | Loughbrickland | Tandragee