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31/08/2026

Strong neighbourhoods are built by people who show up for one another. 🫶

This Women's Month, we've celebrated the women who care, lead, inspire and make a difference every day. We've also celebrated the families, friends and communities who encourage them, stand beside them and remind them they don't have to do it all alone.

𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯'𝘴 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵, 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳.

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28/08/2026

Looking after your health isn't just about treating illness – it's about preventing it.

Knowing your blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol levels, staying up to date with recommended screenings like Pap smears and mammograms, and asking questions when something doesn't feel right are all important steps towards protecting your long-term health.

This Women's Month, we're celebrating the strength of women who choose to put their health first. Making time for a check-up, booking that screening, or simply knowing your numbers isn't selfish – it's one of the most powerful investments you can make in your future. Your health matters. Your questions matter. And you deserve the same care you so often give to others. 🧡

👉 Speak to your local neighbourhood pharmacist or clinic staff about routine health checks, preventive screenings and the steps you can take to support your wellbeing at every stage of life.

𝘑𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘶𝘴, 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦.

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27/08/2026

Come see the new Victoria Collection by Parfum du Ciel
Now in stock!!

27/08/2026

💉 NOT SURE ABOUT VACCINATING YOUR CHILD? LET’S TALK. ❤️

If you’re a parent who has been wondering:

❓ “Are vaccines really necessary?”
❓ “What if I’m worried about side effects?”
❓ “My child looks healthy — why do they need vaccines?”
❓ “I’ve heard so many different things… who should I believe?”

👉 You are not a bad parent for having questions.
It’s completely understandable to want to know exactly what you are giving your child.

But here’s the important part: vaccines are designed to protect children BEFORE they are exposed to serious diseases.

And right now, this matters more than ever.

🇿🇦 South Africa is seeing an increase in measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases, while many children are missing routine vaccinations.

👶 Babies and young children are particularly vulnerable to serious infections.

💉 Vaccination isn’t about being “for” or “against” something. It’s about making an informed decision based on good medical evidence, your child’s age, their health and the vaccines recommended for them.

❤️ If you’re unsure, please don’t simply skip the vaccine. Ask questions first.

Speak to your doctor, nurse, pharmacist or clinic nurse about:
✔️ What vaccine your child is due for
✔️ What the vaccine protects against
✔️ Common side effects
✔️ What is normal after vaccination
✔️ What to do if your child has missed doses
✔️ Whether your child has any reason to delay or avoid a particular vaccine

📖 Take your child’s Road-to-Health Book with you and have their immunisations checked.

You don’t have to make decisions based on fear, social media or pressure from either side.

Ask questions. Get the facts. Then make an informed decision for your child. ❤️

📢 With measles cases currently increasing in South Africa, now is a good time to check whether your child’s vaccinations are up to date.

Source: South African Department of Health, 26 August 2026.

27/08/2026

# # # 🎀 MYTH vs FACT — PAP SMEARS & HPV TESTING

Let’s clear up some common misconceptions about **HPV and cervical screening**. 💗

❌ **MYTH:** “I feel healthy, so I don’t need screening.”
✅ **FACT:** HPV can be present without obvious symptoms. Screening can help detect HPV or cervical changes early.

❌ **MYTH:** “A positive HPV test means I have cancer.”
✅ **FACT:** A positive HPV result **does not mean you have cervical cancer**. It may mean follow-up is needed.

❌ **MYTH:** “A Pap smear and HPV test are the same thing.”
✅ **FACT:** They are different tests that provide different information.

🌸 **Screening options available at Melrow Clinic:**
🆕 HPV urine screening
🆕 HPV self-testing
🌸 Pap smears

# # # 💗 AUGUST SPECIAL

**Pap Smear + HPV Urine Screening — R480**

📲 **WhatsApp 076 535 0215** to enquire or book.

**Don’t let a myth stop you from looking after yourself. She’s worth checking on.** 💗

*Screening recommendations can vary from person to person. Chat to our Professional Nurse about which option is appropriate for you.*

26/08/2026

# # # 🎀 DID YOU KNOW? HPV SELF-TESTING IS NOW AVAILABLE

Your cervical health deserves **options**. 💗

If the thought of a traditional screening makes you nervous, ask us about **HPV self-testing** — a private screening option where you can collect your own sample with guidance from our clinic team.

🆕 **HPV self-testing now available at Melrow Clinic**

We also offer:
🌸 **HPV urine screening**
🌸 **Pap smears**

# # # 💗 AUGUST SPECIAL

**Pap Smear + HPV Urine Screening — R480**

Don't keep saying *“I'll do it later.”*
**Take control. Get checked. Know your options.**

📲 WhatsApp **076 535 0215** to enquire or book.

🚶‍♀️ Walk-ins: **Monday, Tuesday & Friday**
📅 Bookings preferred: **Wednesday & Thursday**

**She's worth checking on. 💗**

26/08/2026

African Traditional Medicine Week celebrates the wisdom, healing traditions and cultural heritage that have been shared across our families and neighbourhoods for generations. 🧡

At The Local Choice Pharmacy, we believe caring for our communities starts with understanding and respecting the different ways people look after their health. If you use traditional remedies, chat to your neighbourhood pharmacist or healthcare provider about how they may interact with your prescribed or over-the-counter medicines. Together, we can learn and grow together to keep making informed choices for your wellbeing.

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26/08/2026

🌼✨ SPRING into SAVINGS!

As you freshen up your home for the season ahead, give your wallet a little TLC too! 🧡 Make the most of our month-end specials on household essentials and stock up on everything you need to spring-clean, refresh and reset — for less!

Swing by your nearest The Local Choice Pharmacy for quality you can trust and prices you’ll love! Because a fresh start feels even better when you’ve saved along the way.

𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 2 𝘚𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 2026, 𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵.

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25/08/2026

# # 🎀 DID YOU KNOW? HPV CAN BE SILENT.

You can have HPV **without obvious symptoms** — which is exactly why screening matters.

🆕 **HPV URINE SCREENING** is now available at **The Local Choice Pharmacy Melrow Clinic**.

If you’ve been putting your cervical screening off because you’re nervous or simply haven’t had the time, this is your reminder to **make yourself a priority.** 💗

# # # 🌸 AUGUST SPECIAL

**Pap Smear + HPV Urine Screening — ONLY R480**

📲 **WhatsApp 076 535 0215** to book or enquire.

🚶‍♀️ **Walk-ins:** Monday, Tuesday & Friday
📅 **Bookings preferred:** Wednesday & Thursday

**Don’t wait for a warning sign. Check in with your health.**
🌸 *She’s worth checking on.*

25/08/2026

Sometimes remembering to take your medication can be a real hack between school, extra-murals, playtime and everything else! That’s where 𝗧𝗼𝗯𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗰𝗸 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼-𝗚𝗼 𝗚𝗮𝗻𝗴 come in. ⏰🧡

This fun gang is here to help you stay on track with the medication your doctor has prescribed, while building a cool collection along the way.
Here’s how it works:
𝟭. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗴!
Visit a participating pharmacy to join the programme. You’ll receive your Toby Tock Tracker Booklet, Toby Tock character card and first sticker set.
𝟮. 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴!
Each month, when you or your parent return to collect your prescribed medication, a brand-new character card and sticker set will be waiting for you.
𝟯. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆!
Taking your medication as prescribed and at the right time is an important part of staying healthy and getting the benefits of your treatment. And with Toby Tock & the Go-Go Gang, there’s a little extra fun to help you remember!

👉 Chat to us in-store for more information. Toby and the gang are waiting for you!

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De Clerq Street 24
Ermelo
2351

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 18:00
Thursday	08:30 - 18:00
Friday	08:30 - 18:00
Saturday	08:30 - 13:00
Sunday	11:30 - 12:30

Website

http://www.thelocalchoice.co.za/

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