Godstone Pharmacy

13/08/2026

28/07/2026

28/07/2026

Godstone Village Association
🎓 Are You Eligible for a FREE MenB (Meningitis 😎 Vaccine?

The NHS is offering the FREE MenB vaccine to help protect those at higher risk of meningococcal disease.

You may be eligible if you are:

✅ Current Year 13 student

* Born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008.

✅ Starting university (first year undergraduate) in Autumn 2026

* Born between 21 July 2001 and 31 August 2007 (inclusive).
* This includes international students and those from the UK devolved administrations and Crown Dependencies.

✅ Starting further education for the first time and living in halls or other student accommodation

* Born between 21 July 2001 and 31 August 2007 (inclusive).
* This includes international students and those from the UK devolved administrations and Crown Dependencies.

💉 The vaccine course consists of 2 doses, given at least 28 days apart, so it’s best to book your first dose as soon as possible.

📅 Book your FREE MenB vaccination here:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, please get in touch with us. We’re happy to help.

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Book, change or cancel a MenB vaccination appointment online.

24/06/2026

☀️ Hot Weather Advice from Your Pharmacy Team

With temperatures rising across the UK, please take extra care, especially if you are older, have a long-term health condition, are pregnant, or are caring for young children.

💧 Stay hydrated – Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty.

🧴 Use sunscreen – Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen before going outdoors and reapply regularly, especially if you are sweating.

🌳 Plan your day wisely – If possible, go out early in the morning or later in the evening. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun between 11am and 3pm, when temperatures and UV levels are highest.

🧢 Keep cool – Wear light clothing, a hat, and sunglasses, and seek shade where possible.

💊 Be mindful of your medicines – Some medicines can increase the risk of dehydration or make you more sensitive to heat. Speak to your pharmacist if you have any concerns.

👵 Check on vulnerable family members and neighbours during periods of hot weather.

⚠️ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion such as dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, or feeling faint.

If you have any concerns about your health or medicines during the hot weather, please speak to a member of our pharmacy team.

Stay safe, stay cool, and stay hydrated. ☀️💙

13/06/2026

Hajj and Umrah are spiritual journeys of a lifetime. When you plan yours, make sure that you check the vaccination requirements. The Meningitis ACWY vaccination certificate is a mandatory requirement for hajj and Umrah travellers. Don’t leave it to the last minute, book your appointment online to get the meningitis vaccine and certificate.

https://godstonepharmacy.co.uk/hajj-and-umrah-vaccine-godstone/

10/06/2026

Repeat Prescriptions: Please Only Order What You Need

Many of us are on regular repeat medicines, and it is easy to get into the habit of ordering the same items every month. Click, request, collect. Job done.

But when medicines are ordered automatically, or when every item on the repeat list is requested without checking what is already at home, waste can build up very quickly.

A few extra boxes of tablets, another inhaler, bottles, creams, dressings or eye drops “just in case” may not seem like much. However, medicine waste costs the NHS hundreds of millions of pounds every year. That is money that could be used to treat patients, support services, and improve access to care.

Before placing your next repeat prescription request, please take a moment to check what you already have at home. You may need your blood pressure tablets this month but still have enough painkillers, creams or inhalers. That is perfectly fine. You do not need to order everything on your repeat list every time.

Automatic ordering may feel convenient, but it can sometimes mean medicines are supplied when they are not needed, especially if treatments have changed or doses have been adjusted.

Once medicines have left the pharmacy, they cannot be reused for another patient, even if the box is unopened and untouched. Returned medicines are binned regardless of whether they have been used or not. This is done for safety reasons, but sadly it means the NHS has still paid for medicines that can no longer help anyone.

Please avoid stockpiling medicines “just in case.” Keeping large amounts at home can lead to expiry, confusion, accidental misuse, and unnecessary waste. It can also affect supply for other patients who need those medicines.

If you are unsure whether you still need a medicine, or you have items at home that you no longer take, please speak to your pharmacist or GP surgery. Please do not stop prescribed medicines without professional advice.

Reducing medicine waste is not about blame. It is about all of us making small, sensible changes that protect our NHS.

Before you order, please pause and check.

Order only what you need.

That one simple action helps protect NHS resources, reduces waste, supports medicine supply, and keeps your own home safer and more organised.

Every prescription item matters.

Every box saved counts.

Let’s order wisely, reduce medicine waste, and protect our NHS.

06/06/2026

Don’t leave your Hajj or Umrah vaccinations to the last minute. Book your appointment online to get the meningitis ACWY vaccine and certificate.

https://godstonepharmacy.co.uk/hajj-and-umrah-vaccine-godstone/

04/06/2026

Are you looking for a private vitamin b12 injection clinic?

Our clinic offers safe and convenient access to private vitamin b12 injections. Simply book online and complete a short medical questionnaire. One of our prescribers will review your order and once approved, you will be able to get the injection at the pharmacy. The injections are administered by fully trained healthcare professionals.

Find out more about b12 deficiency and our private vitamin b12 injection service.

https://godstonepharmacy.co.uk/vitamin-b12-injection-godstone/

30/05/2026

Are you going for Hajj or Umrah soon? Did you know that the meningitis ACWY vaccination certificate is a mandatory requirement for Hajj and Umrah travellers? Book your appointment online with our travel clinic to get your vaccinations.

https://godstonepharmacy.co.uk/hajj-and-umrah-vaccine-godstone/

28/05/2026

Vitamin b12 deficiency can cause several symptoms including, extreme tiredness, lack of energy, mental fog, and changes in mood and balance. Find out more about b12 deficiency and our private vitamin b12 injection service.

https://godstonepharmacy.co.uk/vitamin-b12-injection-godstone/