Mountmellick Local Pharmacy

28/07/2025

Lymphoedema is a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body’s tissues, usually in the arms or legs. It happens when the lymphatic system doesn’t work properly. Early identification and treatment are vital. If left untreated, lymphoedema can get worse.
Contact your GP if you have symptoms of lymphoedema.

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28/07/2025

Spring just got a whole lot brighter! ✨🌞

Say hello to Soleil – our stunning NEW sun-inspired jewellery collection, designed to capture the warmth and glow of the season. ☀️💛
From dazzling earrings to radiant bracelets and pendant pieces, this collection is all about bringing that sun-kissed sparkle wherever you go. 🌸✨

Which new collection has been your favourite ?

Visit the link in our Bio!

25/07/2025

Update (3) to recall of various branded prepared meals and side dishes produced by Ballymaguire Foods due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

https://www.fsai.ie/News-and-Alerts/Food-Alerts/Update-(3)-to-recall-of-various-branded-prepared-m

24/07/2025

Outdoor workers are exposed to 2 to 3 times more ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun than indoor workers.

Follow the 5S rule to protect your skin while working outdoors, even when it's cloudy.
👕 Slip on clothes that cover your skin
🧴 Slop on sunscreen (SPF 30+ for adults)
👒 Slap on a wide-brimmed hat or hard hat with a brim and use a neck flap
⛱️ Seek shade during break times
😎 Slide on sunglasses

Learn more: bit.ly/44Fvgfh

23/07/2025

Take actions to prevent strokes by adopting a healthier lifestyle:
🥗 eat healthier
🏃‍♀️ be physically active
💪 maintain a healthy weight
🚭 avoid to***co & alcoho

22/07/2025

Using sunbeds for the first time before the age of 35 increases your risk of developing melanoma skin cancer by 75%.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and sunbeds can damage skin and increase your risk of skin cancers including:

melanoma
non-melanoma skin cancer
This is because most skin cancers are caused by UV light damaging the DNA in skin cells. UVA and UVB are types of UV light. They damage skin over time, making it more likely for skin cancers to develop.

Ways to reduce your risk of getting skin cancer

To reduce you or your child's risk of getting skin cancer:

Do👍✅

follow the SunSmart 5S rule - slip, slop, slap, seek and slide

check the UV index

Don't👎🚫

do not use a sunbed

do not try to get a suntan

do not get sunburnt

Be and never use sunbeds.

Learn more: bit.ly/3IndzIJ

21/07/2025

19/07/2025

👶👦🧒Centrum Kids Daily Chewable Multivitamin – Yummy Citrus Berry!💪💪

Why choose Centrum Kids Daily Chewable Multivitamin?

Comprehensive Nutrition: Provides a wide range of essential vitamins and minerals to support healthy growth.
Great Taste: Delicious citrus berry flavor that kids actually enjoy.
Easy to Take: Convenient chewable tablets, perfect for little ones.
Supports Overall Health: Helps bridge nutritional gaps in their diet, supporting immunity, bone health, and energy.

17/07/2025

Eczema is a group of skin conditions that causes areas of skin to become itchy, dry, cracked, sore and irritated.

Find out more about the different types of eczema and treatments that can help manage symptoms: bit.ly/40hSh5v

16/07/2025

🩶🩶🩶🩶Oncology Care Pack🩶🩶🩶🩶

At MooGoo we have the honour of helping make life a little easier for our customers undergoing treatment.

Each pack contains:

Skin Milk Udder Cream 200g - A soothing, light-weight moisturiser for dry, red and irritated skin, using natural ingredients and oils to soothe and protect.

Fresh Cream Deodorant 60ml - Uses natural ingredients to help create a skin environment that prevents odour causing bacteria. No bacteria, no smell.

**Milk Wash 500ml **- Made with a combination of 6 gentle, natural, low-irritant cleansers and designed to be used for the face and body.

Cow Lick Lip Balm 5g - Contains hydrating oils such as Jojoba Oil and Coconut Oil to condition lips.

Cosy Socks - To keep the toes nice and toasty. (Socks may differ from those pictured here).

Following chemo or radiation therapy, some patients suffer from dry, red, irritated and sensitive skin which can be uncomfortable and painful. This pack was created to help patients hydrate, protect, soothe and care for their skin during and after treatment. Another side effect of treatment can be cold hands and feet. To combat this, we’ve included some cosy MooGoo socks to help keep warm.