Willingham Pharmacy

31/05/2025

💊 Your Community Pharmacist's Guide to Spring Allergy Season! 🤧

Hey everyone!
As your local community pharmacist, I'm seeing a lot of sniffles, sneezes, and itchy eyes walking through the door lately. That can only mean one thing: Spring Allergy Season is in full swing! 🌳🌸

But don't despair! While the blooming flowers are beautiful, their pollen doesn't have to ruin your day. Here are a few tips from your friendly neighborhood pharmacist to help you manage those pesky allergy symptoms and enjoy the spring:

1. Know Your Triggers:

Are you more affected by tree pollen, grass, or weeds? Understanding what triggers your allergies can help you take preventative measures. Websites and apps often provide local pollen counts, so you can be prepared on high-pollen days.

2. Over-the-Counter Relief is Your Friend:

We have a fantastic range of options available!

* Antihistamines:

These can help with sneezing, itching, and runny nose. Non-drowsy options like loratadine or fexofenadine are great for daytime use.

* Nasal Sprays:

Steroid nasal sprays (e.g., fluticasone, budesonide) are very effective for reducing nasal inflammation and congestion, but they work best when used consistently. Decongestant nasal sprays offer quick relief but shouldn't be used for more than a few days to avoid rebound congestion.

* Eye Drops:

If your eyes are itchy and watery, allergy eye drops can provide soothing relief.

3. Lifestyle Hacks to Reduce Exposure:

* Keep windows closed in your home and car, especially during peak pollen times.
* Shower and change clothes after spending time outdoors to wash off pollen.
* Use a HEPA filter in your home to capture airborne allergens.
* Wash bedding regularly in hot water.

4. When to See Your Doctor (or Talk to Me!):

If your symptoms are severe, affecting your sleep, or not responding to over-the-counter medications, it's a good idea to chat with your GP. Sometimes, prescription medications or allergy shots might be necessary. And of course, I'm always here to discuss your symptoms, help you choose the right product, and answer any questions you have about your medications!

Don't let allergies keep you from enjoying the beautiful spring weather. Pop in and see us – we're here to help you breathe easier and feel better!

31/03/2025

✈️ Travel with Confidence – Get Vaccinated at Willingham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic! 🌍

Planning a trip abroad? Stay protected with our Private Travel Vaccination Clinic at Willingham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic!

✅ FREE Initial Consultation
✅ Very Competitive Prices – One of the Cheapest in the UK!
✅ Expert Advice & Hassle-Free Service

Don’t let preventable diseases ruin your travels. Book your appointment today!

📍 Willingham Pharmacy
📞 Call us on 01954 261787 to book.

31/03/2025

✈️ Travel with Confidence – Get Vaccinated at Willingham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic! 🌍

Planning a trip abroad? Stay protected with our Private Travel Vaccination Clinic at Willingham Pharmacy and Travel Clinic!

✅ FREE Initial Consultation
✅ Very Competitive Prices – One of the Cheapest in the UK!
✅ Expert Advice & Hassle-Free Service

Whilst a small number of travel health vaccinations are available on the NHS, many are not. You may be surprised to learn that our travel clinic will cost you no more than your average GP for private travel health vaccinations.

Don’t let preventable diseases ruin your travels. Book your appointment today!

📍 Willingham Pharmacy
📞 Call us now on 01954 261787 to book.

25/03/2025

************COVID-19 vaccine****************

Vaccination appointments will take place from 1 April 2025.

Who should have the COVID-19 vaccine

You can get a COVID-19 vaccine if you:

• are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 17 June 2025)

• are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment

• live in a care home for older adults

You may be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine if you have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment. This can include if you:

• have or had blood cancer, such as leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma

• have had an organ transplant, bone marrow transplant or stem cell transplant

• have HIV

• have a genetic disorder that affects your immune system, such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID)

• are having or recently had chemotherapy, biological therapy or radiotherapy

• are taking steroid medicine (depending on the dose)

• are having long term immunosuppressive
treatment for a condition such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), scleroderma or psoriasis

This list is a summary and does not include everything. Speak to your local pharmacy, GP surgery or specialist if you're not sure if you're eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.

How to get the COVID-19 vaccine

If you're eligible for the spring COVID-19 vaccine, you can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App now.

Vaccination appointments will take place from 1 April 2025.

Book, change or cancel a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online.

16/01/2025

19/11/2024

*** Free NHS Covid Jabs at Willingham Pharmacy ***

Book your Covid Booster appointments or Walk in every Tuesday and Friday.

11/01/2024

**PLEASE BE AWARE**
We have had reports of an online pharmacy cold calling in the village and surrounding villages. Doors are being knocked offering a new pharmacy service which includes the online company supplying your medication. They are wearing NHS lanyards.
Patients have reported they are being mislead to believe we are working together, this is untrue.
Over Pharmacy & Willingham Pharmacy does not utilise, promote, engage with or otherwise have any dealings with this company.
If you have been affected and have questions please contact the pharmacy or Surgery.

26/09/2023

***Private and Free NHS Flu jab for all 65 years of age or over and all eligible patients****

Willingham Pharmacy is now offering a Walk In Service to all eligible patients. ( No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy)
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Free NHS Flu Vaccines for
People aged 65 and over and all eligible patients.
The NHS flu vaccination is available for everyone aged 65 and over. You can get vaccinated at Willingham Pharmacy. No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy during our opening hours. ( Quick and Easy)

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Who can have the flu vaccine?

The Free NHS flu vaccine is given to people who:

are 65 and over (including those who'll be 65 by 31 March 2024)

have certain health conditions

are pregnant

are in long-stay residential care

receive a carer's allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick

live with someone who's at high risk from coronavirus (on the NHS shielded patient list)

frontline health or social care workers

Please Contact Willingham Pharmacy for more details on 01954 261787

04/01/2023

Scan and Download our free NHS Prescription ordering App

21/11/2022

***Private and Free NHS Flu jab for all 50 years of age or over and all eligible patients****

Willingham Pharmacy is now offering a Walk In Service to all eligible patients. ( No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy)
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Free NHS Flu Vaccines for
People aged 50 and over
The NHS flu vaccination is available for everyone aged 50 and over. You can get vaccinated at Willingham Pharmacy. No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy during our opening hours. ( Quick and Easy)

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Who can have the flu vaccine?

The Free NHS flu vaccine is given to people who:

are 50 and over (including those who'll be 50 by 31 March 2023)

have certain health conditions

are pregnant

are in long-stay residential care

receive a carer's allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick

live with someone who's at high risk from coronavirus (on the NHS shielded patient list)

frontline health or social care workers

Please Contact Willingham Pharmacy for more details on 01954 261787

24/12/2021

Covid Lateral Flow test Kits are back in stock at Willingham Pharmacy , Pick a pack before 6pm tonight…. We wish you a Merry Christmas 🎄 🎄

08/12/2021

***Private and Free NHS Flu jab for all 50 years of age or over and all eligible patients****

Willingham Pharmacy is now offering a Walk In Service to all eligible patients. ( No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy)
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Free NHS Flu Vaccines for
People aged 50 and over
The NHS flu vaccination is available for everyone aged 50 and over. You can get vaccinated at Willingham Pharmacy. No need to book an appointment, just walk in to the pharmacy during our opening hours. ( Quick and Easy)

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Who can have the flu vaccine?

The Free NHS flu vaccine is given to people who:

are 50 and over (including those who'll be 50 by 31 March 2022)

have certain health conditions

are pregnant

are in long-stay residential care

receive a carer's allowance, or are the main carer for an older or disabled person who may be at risk if you get sick

live with someone who's at high risk from coronavirus (on the NHS shielded patient list)

frontline health or social care workers

Please Contact Willingham Pharmacy for more details on 01954 261787