Doherty's Pharmacy

05/03/2026

05/03/2026

It’s HPV awareness day❗

HPV is a very common virus, about 8 out of 10 people catch it at some time in their lives.

The HPV vaccine helps to prevent HPV-related cancers from developing in young people.

If you have been eligible for the vaccine but have not received it in school, you can still receive it free of charge until the age of 25. To find out more contact your GP.

www.pha.site/HPV-awareness-day

05/03/2026

Brain Tumour awareness month 🧠

Early recognition of symptoms such as persistent headaches, vison changes, seizures, or memory problems is vital. The earlier a cancer is picked up, the easier it is to treat it and the more likely the treatment is to be successful.

If something doesn’t feel right speak to your GP immediately.

For more information visit, www.becancerawareni.info

05/03/2026

Vaccines protect your child from chickenpox, measles, whooping cough and other serious illnesses. 🧒

To ensure your child hasn’t missed any vaccinations, check their red book or speak to your GP practice.

📌www.nidirect.gov.uk/childhood-immunisation

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25/02/2026

Lifeline is Northern Ireland’s crisis response helpline available on 0808 808 8000 for people experiencing distress or despair.
Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Calls are free and Lifeline will support everyone living in Northern Ireland.

Visit www.LifelineHelpline.info to find out more.

25/02/2026

The NI childhood immunisation schedule is changing giving even better protection with the introduction of the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine.

As with other childhood immunisations, parents will be contacted by their GP surgery to arrange an appointment if their child is eligible. If you are unsure if your child is up to date with vaccinations the easiest way to check is to look at your child’s red book or speak to your health visitor or GP.

Find out more at www.nidirect.gov.uk/childhood-immunisation

25/02/2026

On average, people who smoke 20 ci******es per day spend £100 per week on their smoking habit.
What else you could be spending that money on?

Think about quitting today, see how much you could save and improve your health.

Visit www.stopsmokingni.info to find your local free stop smoking service!

25/02/2026

Free Stress Control classes!

New sessions are starting next week, from Monday 2 March.

Topics covered include an overview of what stress is, controlling your thoughts and actions, and techniques to get a good night’s sleep.

No need to register or login in – simply visit www.ni.stresscontrol.org and watch the streamed weekly sessions.

14/02/2026

"Frank the Baker" is 100 years old! 🎂🎉

Andersontown's own Frank Doherty is celebrating his BIG birthday this month! Born in 1926, Frank has outlived other famous names born that year including Queen Elizabeth, Ian Paisley & Fidel Castro, to name just a few! He received last rites (twice!) aged seven when he contracted Tuberculosis but thankfully he recovered & has now reached this remarkable milestone!

ABOUT FRANK:
Born in Cullingtree Road, Frank left school at 14 & worked at the Maypole Co-op on the Shankill Road. Later he moved to Beechmount & worked with his brothers at Kennedy's Bakery. During the worst of the troubles, Frank delivered bread daily to Ballymurphy, Moyard & Springhill. Here he became affectionately known as Frank "The Baker". He also spent 20 years working for the Electricity Service followed by his long & healthy retirement with his proud children & grandchildren!

Centenarian Frank comes to Doherty's Pharmacy for all his healthcare needs! All new customers very welcome 😉

24/10/2025

21/10/2025

RSV is a common and highly infectious respiratory virus that affects the breathing system, particularly in young children and older adults.

To help protect newborns and infants, pregnant women are being offered the vaccine from 28 weeks into their pregnancy. Adults aged from 75–79 years of age will also be offered the RSV vaccination.

If you’re eligible, getting vaccinated is the best and simplest thing you can do to protect yourself or your newborn baby from RSV.

Read more www.pha.site/RSVvaccine

19/10/2025

When you start talking, you can start feeling better. You can talk to if you're struggling, or are worried about someone else. Qualified counsellors are available 24/7.
Call Lifeline on 0808 808 8000 or visit www.lifelinehelpline.info to find out more