Pelton Fell Pharmacy

27/11/2025

25/11/2025

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

18/11/2025

🟣 OPERATION OVERCOAT 🟣

🔹Consett Neighbourhood Team are looking at gathering donations as part of the 'Operation Overcoat' campaign.

The campaign will allow those no longer used coats which are hiding away in a cupboard, be brought back to life by those who are in desperate need to stay warm over this winter period.

🔹We will aim to take donations of any coat which is suitable for any gender but most importantly children's coats of any size, including babies and toddlers.

The coats MUST be in a suitable condition which will allow full appropriate use to those who may require one over winter.

🔹Donations can be dropped off at Consett Police Station front counter Mon-Fri from 10am - 2pm.

❗Donations can be brought up to the station from Tuesday 18th November and will be accepted until Friday 12th December 2pm.❗

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

Easy access 🚪
Free parking outside 🅿️ 🚙
Flu vaccination service 💉
Pharmacy First ✅
Delivery service available 🚘
0191 387 5775

17/11/2025

Tomorrow is the start of World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 November).

Antibiotics don’t work on viruses like colds or flu. Self-care is often the best choice to treat minor illnesses.

Pharmacists are qualified to give advice about different health matters, including minor illnesses, so consider speaking to a pharmacist before going to your GP.

Also if eligible get your flu and COVID-19 vaccine.

Find out more at www.pha.site/antibiotics

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12/11/2025

We are hearing reports that people are being directed to other pharmacies for their delivery service. We do still provide a FREE delivery service we just ask that this is kept for our customers who really need it.

We need our customers to keep using their local pharmacy & the services we are striving hard to provide!

Please keep it local & support your community pharmacy!

Use it or lose it as they say….

THE PHARMACY YOU USE IS YOUR CHOICE - you should not be directed to another pharmacy by any other healthcare provider.

12/11/2025

🩺 Protect Yourself This Flu Season!

Get Your Flu Jab at Pelton Fell Pharmacy

✅ Free NHS flu vaccines for eligible groups
✅ Quick, friendly, and professional service
✅ Help protect yourself and your community

Call 📞 0191 387 5775 for an appointment 😊

(Walk ins welcome between 9.30am-12 & 2pm-5pm)

*Service not available 17th & 20th October*

12/11/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

27/10/2025

Perimenopause is one of the three stages of menopause. It’s when menopause symptoms start but your periods haven’t stopped.

For many women, these symptoms can affect daily life – from energy and mood to relationships and work.

They can also start earlier for some, which is why recognising the signs and getting support matters.

Menopause will now be part of routine NHS health checks – offered every 5 years to eligible adults aged 40 to 74 – for the first time. By including tailored questions about menopause, more women will be able to get the support they need to manage their symptoms.

💛 More info on symptoms and treatment options: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause/symptoms/

26/10/2025

From October to March we can’t make enough vitamin D from sunlight, so to keep bones and muscles healthy, it’s best to take a daily 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D. You can get vitamin D from most pharmacies and retailers.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/vitamin-d/