Brutons Pharmacy Bilston

30/10/2025

👀 Need the morning after pill?

From 29th October, you are able to grab it for free at pharmacies across England – no GP appointment needed 🙌

Just pop into our pharmacy and we'll help you out.
Quick, easy and totally confidential.

30/10/2025

🧣❄️ Winter can be tough—but with a few simple steps, we can help keep loved ones with dementia safe and warm.

Here are 6 practical ways to protect their wellbeing this season:

✅ Set thermostats & timers
✅ Join the Priority Services Register -https://www.thepsr.co.uk/
✅ Call the Alzheimer's Society Dementia Support Line
☎ 0333 150 3456
✅ Service your boiler early
✅ Fit & test carbon monoxide alarms
✅ Close curtains & block draughts

Let’s make winter safer, together. 💙

29/10/2025

✋ 🛑 WE STILL OFFER FREE MEDICATION ON THE MINOR AILMENTS SCHEME!!! 😊💊

The Minor Ailments scheme works by giving patients the option to visit their pharmacist to receive advice and treatment for certain minor illnesses, instead of having to make an appointment to see their GP on a range of minor health conditions

👩‍⚕️ Any medicines dispensed will be free of charge to patients who do not normally pay prescription charges.

Who qualifies?
👦 Children under 16
👵 People over 60
🤝 Those receiving certain benefits (e.g. Income Support)
📋 People with a medical exemption certificate (maternity, medical, war pension) 🏫 Under 19s in full-time education

📍 Patients must be registered with a GP practice in the Black Country

💷 Patients who normally pay for prescriptions will be charged the retail price or the prescription charge – whichever is cheaper

📅🚶‍♂️ NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY 😃

28/10/2025

🛡️ Stay Protected This Autumn/Winter 🛡️

Flu and COVID-19 can spread quickly during the colder months — especially among vulnerable groups. Booking your vaccines now helps protect you, your loved ones, and your community.

💉 COVID & Flu Vaccines Available here

📅 Book your appointment today:
👉 COVID-19 vaccine - https://www.nhs.uk/.../vaccina.../book-covid-19-vaccination/
👉 Flu vaccine - https://www.nhs.uk/.../vaccination.../book-flu-vaccination/

🏥 Available at your local pharmacy!

Let’s keep each other safe this season. One small step, big impact.

27/10/2025

⏰ DON'T FORGET TO COLLECT YOUR MEDS ⏰

If you’ve received a text from us recently, your medication is now ready.
Please collect it within the next 3 working days to avoid delays in your treatment.

💊 Why it matters:

- Timely collection keeps your treatment plan on track
✅ It helps us monitor your progress effectively
✅ Avoids unnecessary waste of NHS resources
✅ Supports others by keeping the system flowing smoothly

Let’s work together to keep our community healthy and thriving.

Please collect your meds on time. We're counting on you.

📍 Your local pharmacy. Always here for you.

24/10/2025

🩺 Free Blood Pressure Checks – Walk In Today! 🩺

Your local community pharmacy is offering free BP checks—quick, easy, and no appointment needed.

Your results will be explained and shared with your GP if needed.
It only takes a few minutes—and could make a big difference.

📍 Pop in and take control of your health.

23/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Early detection saves lives. This October, we stand together to raise awareness, support those affected, and promote regular screenings.

💗 Know the signs 💗 Book your mammogram 💗 Wear pink to show support

Let’s make noise for the silent fighters. Share this post, tag a friend, and help spread the word.

https://youtu.be/NKhIvufyji0

There is more than just a lump! Learn about the 12 signs of breast cancer, how to do self-exams and more with our Know Your Lemons app.

22/10/2025

Need healthcare advice? 👩‍⚕️💊🩺🌡

Access support and NHS medicines for seven common health
conditions directly from your local pharmacy through the Pharmacy First service.

Your local pharmacist is an expert in medicines and managing minor illnesses.
Where additional support is needed, you'll be directed to your GP or A&E.
Ask your local pharmacist for help through the Pharmacy First service.

21/10/2025

💊 Free NHS Prescriptions — Are You Eligible? If you have certain medical conditions, you could qualify for free NHS prescriptions with a valid medical exemption certificate.

Check your eligibility and apply here: ➡️ nhsbsa.nhs.uk/medex

20/10/2025

🩺 Your NHS, in your pocket.

📲 Download the NHS App today and take control of your health — anytime, anywhere.

✅ Order repeat prescriptions
✅ View your GP records securely
✅ Book and manage appointments
✅ Get health advice tailored to you
✅ Receive messages from your practice
✅ Access COVID and vaccination info

No queues. No waiting on hold. Just fast, secure access to your NHS services — all from your phone.

🔒 Safe. Free. Easy to use.
💙 Join millions already using the NHS App to stay informed and empowered.
📥 Search “NHS App” in your app store and download today!

19/10/2025

National Pharmacy Week (Oct 19–25, 2025)

💊 National Pharmacy Week 2025: Celebrating the Heart of Healthcare

💚 From life-saving advice to medication safety, pharmacists and technicians are the unsung heroes of patient care.

This week, we honour the precision, compassion, and expertise that drive better health outcomes every day—in hospitals, clinics, and right here in our community pharmacy.

👏 To our pharmacy team: thank you for your tireless commitment to safe, effective care.
📣 To our patients: your health is our mission, and we’re proud to be part of your journey.

Let’s raise awareness, show appreciation, and keep pushing for excellence in every prescription, every conversation, every moment.

17/10/2025

Did you know, children aged 2 and 3 years old can now get a free NHS at your local pharmacy?

Get an appointment that works for you!

Ask our team, book online - https://www.nhs.uk/.../vaccination.../book-flu-vaccination/ or in the NHS App now.