Dougans Chemist

02/09/2022

Who can get a free flu jab this winter? ❄️

That's the question on many people's minds as we start to edge closer towards the winter period.

Read the article below to find out more:

Millions of people will be offered a vaccine to protect themselves against flu this winter.

26/08/2022

Free blood pressure tests at the local chemist's could save 4,000 lives, NHS chiefs say. 🩸

Officials began rolling out the checks for those aged 40 and over in October. They predict 5.5million people will take up the offer by 2025, with 550,000 likely to need treatment for high blood pressure.

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The NHS began rolling blood pressure checks for over-40s in October. They predict 5.5million people will take up the offer by 2025, with 550,000 likely to need treatment for high blood pressure.

26/08/2022

As the summer season starts coming to an end... it's time to start prepping for fevers and flu's. 🤧

Our pharmacy will be offering the flu vaccine from September. 💉

To get yours, visit our branch and speak to a member of the team to books yours!

23/08/2022

News from the NHS. 📰

NHS England patients with Type 1 diabetes will now be eligible for life-changing continuous glucose monitors after the health service secured a new cut-price deal.

Patients will receive their starter pack – which will include information on the product and usage, a sensor and transmitter – from the hospital or GP surgery once prescribed, after which they can go to the pharmacy for their repeat prescription.

To find out more, click here:

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