Acorn Pharmacy

23/07/2025

🌡️ UTIs on the Rise This Summer? Skip the GP — Your Pharmacy Can Help! 💧

Did you know community pharmacies can treat urinary tract infections without a GP appointment? With summer heat contributing to dehydration and more UTI symptoms, accessible care matters more than ever.

Here’s how your pharmacy can support you:

✅ Fast, walk-in access to treatment (including antibiotics if needed)
✅ Expert advice from your pharmacy team
✅ No need to book a GP appointment

Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or just want to stay informed, pop in and speak to your pharmacy team today. We're here to help — right on your high street! 🏥🌞

📌 Look out for the Pharmacy First graphic in our community pharmacy window and share this message with others.

22/07/2025

🌟 Get Kids Moving This Summer with Joe Wicks' New Animated Series — Activate! 🌟

Looking for a fun, free way to get the little ones active over the holidays? 💪🎶 Activate is here!

This brilliant new animated series by fitness legend Joe Wicks features 5-minute energetic episodes designed to get children moving — whether at home, in school, or summer clubs. Think dancing, jumping, stretching… and lots of smiling!

🎥 Stream Activate FREE on The Body Coach YouTube channel

https://www.youtube.com/

✅ Backed by UK government departments 👟 Perfect for families, teachers & group leaders

Let’s swap screen slouching for screen bouncing! 🕺💃

21/07/2025

🚨 Big changes are coming to the NHS!

The new 10-Year Health Plan for England will:

✅ Bring more care into communities with new local health centres
📱 Make the NHS App your go-to for appointments, prescriptions & advice
🤖 Use AI, robotics & tech to cut wait times and ease staff pressure
🩺 Focus more on prevention – from mental health to diabetes and cancer
👩‍⚕️ Expand NHS staff training and recruitment across the board
It’s a bold vision — but real change will take time and teamwork.

Learn more here:
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68664082e6557c544c74db82/10-year-health-plan-for-england-easy-read.pdf

17/07/2025

🛑 Measles Cases Are Rising in the UK —
Protect Your Family Now 🛑

Measles isn’t just a childhood illness — it’s a highly contagious virus that can cause serious complications like pneumonia, brain swelling (encephalitis), and even death.

💉 The MMR vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) is safe, effective, and FREE on the NHS. Two doses offer 99% protection against measles. It’s never too late to catch up — adults and older children can still get vaccinated.

✅ Check your records and book your MMR vaccine today:
🔗 NHS MMR Vaccine Information
🔗 UKHSA Measles Dashboard
🔗 GOV.UK Measles Epidemiology Report

🌍 With summer holidays underway, unvaccinated children are at higher risk of catching measles abroad and bringing it home.
Let’s protect our communities — especially babies, immunocompromised individuals, and those who can’t be vaccinated.

📣 Share this post to spread awareness. Vaccines save lives.
Let’s stop measles in its tracks.

16/07/2025

🩺 Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer You Can’t Afford to Ignore ❗

High or low blood pressure often comes with no warning signs — but behind the silence, it can be doing real damage.

That’s why it’s so important to know your numbers — and now it’s easy and FREE at your local community pharmacy.

🏥 Your community pharmacist can check your blood pressure quickly, safely, and without an appointment — giving you peace of mind or an early heads-up.

Don’t wait for symptoms. Catch problems early.

📍 Visit your local pharmacy and get your FREE blood pressure check today.

15/07/2025

Is your little one struggling with an earache that just won’t go away? 👂🏾

Skip the wait for a GP—your local community pharmacy can help!
Children aged 1 year and over can now receive treatment or prescription medicine directly from your pharmacist. 👨🏾‍⚕️

Fast, accessible, and hassle-free care.

➡️ Find out more: https://orlo.uk/0vnv2

14/07/2025

📱 Do more in seconds with the NHS App!

The NHS App is your go-to for fast, secure access to trusted healthcare services—right from your phone. If you're 13 or over and registered with an NHS GP in England, you can:

✨ Book GP appointments
🧾 Order repeat prescriptions
🔍 Check symptoms and get advice
🗂 View your medical records
💉 Access your COVID-19 vaccination status
💬 Get messages from your GP surgery

It’s simple, safe, and puts you in control.
Start using it today ➡️ https://orlo.uk/kDEFZ

13/07/2025

11/07/2025

☀️ Hot Weather Continues Across the UK – Stay Safe & Supported 🏡

As the sun blazes on, it’s more important than ever to look after your health and wellbeing. Simple home tips can make all the difference:

🌞 Close blinds and curtains on windows exposed to direct sunlight

🪟 Open windows (if safe) when it's cooler outside than in

🛋️ Move to the coolest part of your home and stay hydrated

Feeling unwell in the heat? Don’t wait. Visit your local pharmacy through Pharmacy First for fast, expert advice on minor ailments—no appointment needed. From headaches and sunburn to dehydration and heat rash, we’re here to help.

📲 More advice to keep cool: https://orlo.uk/345eq

Let’s keep our community cool, safe, and well-informed 💬

10/07/2025

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09/07/2025

🌞 As the Weather Warms Up, Don’t Let Insect Bites Slow You Down! 🦟

Spending more time outdoors this week? You’re not alone — and unfortunately, neither are the bugs!

If you’ve been bitten and notice signs of infection (swelling, redness, pus, or pain), don’t wait around. With the Pharmacy First service, you can get treatment and antibiotics at our pharmacy without needing to see your GP.

✅ Walk in
✅ Speak to a trained pharmacist
✅ Get the right treatment — fast and easy

📍 Visit us today and enjoy the outdoors with peace of mind!

08/07/2025

🎗️ Alcohol Awareness Week | 7–13 July
Let’s talk about alcohol — for ourselves, our families, and our health.

This week is a reminder: it’s okay to seek help. Whether you’re concerned about your drinking or someone else’s, support is closer than you think — your local pharmacy is a great place to start.

🏥 How can we help?
Pharmacies offer confidential, non-judgemental support. We can:
☑️ Give advice on reducing alcohol use
✅ Check if alcohol is affecting your health
☑️ Connect you to local support services
✅ Share tools to support positive change

🧭 Taking that first step can feel tough — but you’re not alone. A simple conversation could lead to a healthier, more balanced future.

🔗 Helpful resources:
• NHS Alcohol Support
• Tips to Cut Down
• Drinkaware Advice

💬 Speak to your local pharmacy team in confidence.
We’re here to help — every step of the way.