Plucking up the courage to recognise that you need some support with your #mentalhealth is a huge step on its own, but then comes the appointment itself. This excellent blog post by Blurt It Out talks us through points to consider. blurtitout.org/2020/02/13/men… #TimetoTalk #therapy

#Cambodia has so many wonderful treats to see. It's a lot easier to enjoy a trip of a lifetime if you remain fit and healthy, especially in a region where medical facilities are limited. The AR Pharmacy offers a full travel clinic service, including vaccinations. #TravelHealth

Getting the right contraception for you can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming. It is indeed an important decision to make. There's a lot of misinformation out there, so if you need any help, your local friendly pharmacy is a great place to get info metro.co.uk/2020/02/14/you…

An increasing number of us have one of those virtual assistant devices in our homes. The most popular ones are Alexa and Google Home. They operate in pretty similar ways, so here's some ways they can help you to relax. home.bt.com/tech-gadgets/i… #relaxation #stress #mentalhealth

Whether it's having a quick browse through cute animal photos, taking 5 minutes to watch your breath, or listing a few things for which you're grateful, it all counts. Perhaps we need to apply the "5 portions per day" method to self care too! blurtitout.org/2019/09/26/hel… Blurt It Out

#PancakeDay can be a challenge if you have certain health conditions which are impacted by your diet. But, you needn't miss out! Take #diabetes for example. Here are some great tips for putting together a pancake feast from the great people Diabetes UK diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabe…

Not to be out done, here is Bruno enjoying his pancakes (healthy option of course!). #puglife #pancakeday #pharmacy

There's so much info about the #coronavirus, that it's easy to get caught up in the media craze of panic. It is true that for some, coronaviruses (which are a group of viruses) cause death, but current stats for Covid-19 suggest 81% develop mild symptoms. bbc.co.uk/news/health-51…

Did pancake day earlier this week get you thinking about certain foods that may be giving your gut a bit of a rough ride? We can help! #diet #foodintolerance #pharmacy Food Standards Agency

We're guessing a fair few of you are on Instagram. Adding a few accounts to your follow list that could help to give you a bit of a boost just when you're needing it is a great idea. Here's some recommendations from Blurt It Out blurtitout.org/2019/04/04/11-… #mentalhealth

Ear ache can make you feel really miserable. Let our pharmacy team use the force to make you well again. x.com/NHSuk/status/1… #pharmacy #starwars #earache

Washing your hands regularly, and correctly, is one of the best prevention methods for catching many diseases, including coronavirus. Many of don't actually wash them correctly, so here's what we should be doing youtube.com/watch?v=aGJNsp… #coronavirus #handwashing #pharmacy

How is your #mentalhealth at the moment? If you're struggling, you may not feel able to access help. Dr Smith is using Tiktok to help people get advice. bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-eng… #tiktok #psychology #healthtech

If you carry an epipen around with you, specifically Emerade, please check if you're affected by this recall. If you're not completely sure, please pop in to chat with one of our pharmacy team bbc.co.uk/news/health-51… #epipen #emerade #allergy #anaphylaxis #pharmacy

This video features two of our great passions. Being safe while travelling (which includes watching the flight attendant's safety briefing!), and, taking time out to exercise our chuckle muscles. Here's a bit of a Friday giggle for you all! youtube.com/watch?v=dGUhbm… #Fridayfeeling

Health #anxiety is quite common, and at the moment, many people may be feeling a sense of worry regarding all these news stories about the you know what...! The World Health Organization (WHO) have produced this helpful fact sheet on coping. (full sheet download here: who.int/docs/default-s…) #coronavirus

It's really hard to give up smoking, let's not pretend otherwise. But the health benefits of doing so are well known. If you're desperate to give up the cigarettes, but don't feel you can do it alone, that is totally OK. Our #smokingcessation service can support you all the way!

Diabetes is quite common. Most of us will know somebody affected by it. Anything that helps to promote awareness of it, and how to stay healthy is a positive step forward. bbc.co.uk/news/disabilit… #diabetes #stigma #pharmacy

The pharmacist will see you now... Getting an appointment with your GP can often be a challenge, and in fact often isn't even required. #Pharmacists do so much more than dispense prescriptions. Here's how your local community #pharmacy can help you. netdoctor.co.uk/health-service…

Most of us are guilty of not paying enough attention to our emotional wellbeing. Invariably, we're pretty quick to react when we have a physical issue, but ignoring our minds is all too easy. Here are some great tips on practising emotional first aid. ideas.ted.com/7-ways-to-prac…