Lisbellaw Medical Hall

04/09/2026

26/08/2026

📢 BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURE REMINDER 📢

Please note that Lisbellaw Medical Hall will be closed on Monday 31st August, we will reopen as normal on Tuesday 1st September.

💊 Please ensure you have enough medication to last through the Bank Holiday weekend, and collect any prescriptions you need in plenty of time.

Thank you, and we hope everyone has a lovely Bank Holiday weekend! 😊

13/08/2026

🌟Private Blood Testing Available🌟

🩸Take Control of Your Health – Don’t Wait Until You Feel Unwell 🩸

Many health conditions develop quietly, with few or no symptoms in the early stages. Feeling tired, lacking energy, struggling to concentrate or simply “not feeling yourself” could be caused by something that a simple blood test can identify.

At Lisbellaw Medical Hall, we offer a range of convenient point-of-care blood tests with results available in as little as 15 minutes, helping you take control of your health sooner.

Our tests can help check for:
✅️Vitamin D deficiency
✅️ Iron deficiency
✅️Folate levels
✅️Cortisol levels (stress)
✅️Cholesterol
✅️Blood glucose (diabetes screening)
✅️hCG (pregnancy)

Knowing your numbers means you can:
🔵Detect potential problems early
🔵Make informed lifestyle changes
🔵Discuss results with your GP if needed
🔵Gain peace of mind about your health

Your health is one of your greatest investments. Don’t wait until symptoms become a problem—take a proactive approach and discover what’s happening inside your body.

Fast. Accurate. Convenient. Because prevention and early detection can make all the difference.

£39 per test, 2 for £70 or 3 for £90

06/08/2026

A new campaign has been launched in community pharmacies
across Northern Ireland.

The ‘Managing Anxiety’ campaign encourages people to look after
their mental health and wellbeing.

Running throughout August and September 2026, the campaign
offers practical tips and ideas to help manage anxiety, along with
information on where to find support if you need it.

Next time you’re in your local pharmacy, pick up a ‘Managing
Anxiety’ leaflet to find out more or visit Anxiety | Minding Your Head

05/08/2026

Private blood glucose testing now avalable 🩸

What does an HbA1C test measure?
HbA1c is a quick test that shows you your average blood sugar over the last 2-3 months and is therefore useful for monitoring glucose control and health.

How often should I have my HbA1C tested?
Typical every 6-12 months for diabetics and annually for those considered to be at risk (pre-diabetics)

Why might my HbA1c levels be high?
Persistently elevated blood glucose levels, often influenced by diet, weight, physical activity, and metabolic health

Can I lower my HbA1c naturally?
Yes. Regular exercise, a balanced diet low in sugar, and maintaining a healthy weight can help improve blood glucose control

What do my HbA1c results mean?
Below 42 mmol/mol is normal: maintain a healthy lifestyle
>42 mmol/mol and >/ 48mmol/mol indicates pre-diabetes : focus on weight loss and dietary adjustments, retest in 3-6 months
48 mmol/mol or higher may indicate diabetes: requires a repeat lab test for confirmation and GP advice

04/08/2026

Learn more about the role of folic acid in supporting your health ✨️

03/08/2026

Vitamin D 🦷🦴

Vitamin D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body.

These nutrients are needed to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy.

From about late March or early April to the end of September, most people should be able to make all the vitamin D they need from sunlight.

The body creates vitamin D from direct sunlight on the skin when outdoors.

But between October and early March we do not make enough vitamin D from sunlight.

Vitamin D is also found in a small number of foods.

Sources include:

oily fish – such as salmon, sardines, trout, herring or mackerel
red meat
egg yolks
fortified foods – such as some fat spreads and breakfast cereals
liver (avoid liver if you're pregnant – find out about foods to avoid in pregnancy)
Another source of vitamin D is dietary supplements.

In the UK, cows' milk is generally not a good source of vitamin D because it is not fortified, as it is in some other countries.

30/07/2026

Now available in store 🩸

Want to make sure your blood sugar levels are withing normal range or keep an eye on your cholesterol?

We can now carry out screening for a number of blood markers, giving you more insight into your health.

Early detection can help prevent lifelong complications and allow for interventions to be made.

£39 per blood test.

07/07/2026

Be sure to plan ahead for the upcoming bank holiday 💊

Please note that the practices in Enniskillen Health Centre are closed on Monday 13th July and are available for emergencies only on Tuesday 14th July ⚠️

06/07/2026

Understanding alcohol units is key to keeping track of how much you’re drinking so get to know how many units are in your favourite drinks.

Call into the pharmacy for advice and don’t forget to pick up an information leaflet and unit calculator wheel.

For more information and local services that offer help and support, visit www.drugsandalcoholni.info