Portsmouth Pharmacy

22/10/2025

We are offering a Walk in service on Covid and/or Flu Vaccinations
Pop in today!

22/10/2025

Offering this service here at Portsmouth Pharmacy
for your 2 and 3 year olds

Keep your little heroes super this flu season!

2-3 year olds can have a free flu vaccine on the NHS through their GP practice or pharmacy. Children aged 6 months and over who have a weakened immune system are also eligible for the COVID vaccine.

For most toddlers the flu vaccination will be in the form of two quick, painless squirts of spray up the nose, which is often described as a ‘little tickle’.

Having the vaccination protects your child against flu and the more serious complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia, which can develop from it. It can also help reduce the spread of flu, offering protection to any vulnerable friends and family members you may be in contact with. The vaccine has been given to millions of children worldwide and has an excellent safety record.

There are a number of services available to support parents and carers and their little ones, and the Healthier Together app is a great source of advice. It also offers advice and guidance on the other important childhood immunisations available.

Call the Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID vaccination helpline on 0300 561 0018 to find out more.

22/10/2025

Pharmacy First
Offered here

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

30/09/2025

Bookable on our website
www.portsmouthpharmacy.co.uk
Or call us for more information
02392830926

30/09/2025

Available from tomorrow 1st October
Call or visit our website to book in

Flu and COVID-19 vaccination appointments are available across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for those who are eligible from Wednesday 1 October.

COVID-19 vaccinations will be available for those aged 75 and over, care home residents, and adults and children aged six months and over who have a weakened immune system. Those aged over 65 or in a clinical risk group are able to get vaccinated for flu.

The vaccination programme for flu began in September for pregnant women and children aged 2 to 16, and they are encouraged to continue coming forward to get vaccinated. Two-and three-year-olds can now get vaccinated against flu at local pharmacies for the first time ever.

Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to help stop the spread of winter respiratory illnesses and help keep symptoms mild should you get flu or COVID-19. The NHS 10-year health plan, which was published recently, commits to a shift from sickness to prevention and the local vaccination campaign will continue to play an important part in protecting as many vulnerable people as possible before winter viruses start to spread.

Dr Michele Legg, Local GP and Clinical Lead for our vaccination programme, said: “As we prepare to enter the colder months, we know respiratory illnesses such as flu and COVID-19 become more common. Symptoms can range from feeling quite unpleasant for some people right up to hospitalisation for others, which is something we want to avoid.

“These vaccinations provide vital protection, helping to prevent serious illnesses and reduce hospital admissions during the busy winter months. It is also safe to have both flu and COVID-19 vaccinations together at the same time, which can save you time by only attending one appointment.”

For those who are eligible for the winter flu and COVID-19 vaccines, there are several ways to get your vaccination. Many people will be invited directly via their GP practice, but if you are eligible, you don’t need to wait to be invited and can book via the online National Booking System, by calling 119, or via the NHS App.

If you’re not sure if you or your child has a condition that means you’re eligible for the vaccination, or you need help with booking an appointment, then the NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID-19 Vaccination Helpline team will be able to help by calling 0300 561 0018.

16/09/2025

Taking bookings now online at
www.portsmouthpharmacy.co.uk
Starting 1st of october

If you have a weakened immune system, you can now book your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations online or via the NHS App.

You don’t need to wait to be invited.

Find out more and book now for appointments from 1 October: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/

15/09/2025

10/09/2025

Information for our Portsdown Group Practice patients

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Due to our new Anima system starting on Monday, 15th September, we have limited routine appointments available to book for the rest of the week. Please submit an Anima form on Monday for your routine & urgent queries.

10/09/2025

Today is world su***de prevention day 🧡

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

If you need urgent help for your mental health, call 111 and select the mental health option. You’ll be directed to the right support.

Find out more Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

If you need urgent help for your mental health, call 111 and select the mental health option. You’ll be directed to the right support.

Find out more ➡️ https://nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/

10/09/2025

08/09/2025

Know your numbers week
Pop in for your free blood pressure test

Happy Know Your Numbers! Week 2025. Let's work together to lower the nation's blood pressure. Remember, high blood pressure is one of the most preventable and treatable health conditions – yet it remains one of the UK’s biggest killers.

05/09/2025

The UK government will be carrying out a national test of the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm.

Compatible mobile phones and tablets will receive an alert, make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate.

If you have a device that needs to stay hidden, please make sure it’s switched off before that time to avoid any risk.

Find out more at https://www.gov.uk/alerts.