Dougans Chemist

07/09/2022

Do you know your numbers? 🤔

This week we encourage everyone to know their numbers! "Know Your Numbers!" week aims to bring awareness to those living with high blood pressure and don't know it, so they can get the treatment and support they require.

Find out more about this here: https://bit.ly/3QHJfHv

02/09/2022

Who can get a free flu jab this winter? ❄️

That's the question on many people's minds as we start to edge closer towards the winter period.

Read the article below to find out more:

Millions of people will be offered a vaccine to protect themselves against flu this winter.

02/09/2022

As the holiday season draws to an end, you're probably busy getting your children prepared to go back to school. 📚

One thing to remember is to check your child for headlice. Children are the most vulnerable group at risk of catching head lice.

Our pharmacy provides an extensive range of nits, lice & worms treatments, combs and sprays. Visit us today to grab yours. 📍

02/09/2022

Flu Jab Notice. 💉

Our pharmacy will be administering the flu jab from mid- September. Get protected early this year!

To get your, just visit our branch then. 📍

01/09/2022

Did you know that it's Urology Awareness Month!

Urology Awareness Month is an annual campaign to raise awareness of urological diseases. 🚻

Let's raise the recognition together.

31/08/2022

Sun protection is important every day (even when it's cloudy!) but it is ESSENTIAL when the sun is out. ⛅

Sun Protection Products help by:
- Reduces premature ageing- 🎉WIN! Who needs botox when we have SPF?!
- Protecting the skin from harmful sunrays, and reducing the risk of skin cancer 😎
- Helps protect from sunburns ⛱

Choose from a range of Sun Protection Products in-store! Give us a visit today & select the right SPF for you.

26/08/2022

Free blood pressure tests at the local chemist's could save 4,000 lives, NHS chiefs say. 🩸

Officials began rolling out the checks for those aged 40 and over in October. They predict 5.5million people will take up the offer by 2025, with 550,000 likely to need treatment for high blood pressure.

To find out more, click here:

The NHS began rolling blood pressure checks for over-40s in October. They predict 5.5million people will take up the offer by 2025, with 550,000 likely to need treatment for high blood pressure.

26/08/2022

As the summer season starts coming to an end... it's time to start prepping for fevers and flu's. 🤧

Our pharmacy will be offering the flu vaccine from September. 💉

To get yours, visit our branch and speak to a member of the team to books yours!

24/08/2022

Pharmacies are the most accessible form of health care providers across the UK (PSNC)

That means we're perfectly positioned to provide you with advice and care for your healthcare needs 💊

Before you next plan to visit your GP or local Walk-In Centre, make sure to give us a call or pop into store and see how we can support you. ❤️

23/08/2022

News from the NHS. 📰

NHS England patients with Type 1 diabetes will now be eligible for life-changing continuous glucose monitors after the health service secured a new cut-price deal.

Patients will receive their starter pack – which will include information on the product and usage, a sensor and transmitter – from the hospital or GP surgery once prescribed, after which they can go to the pharmacy for their repeat prescription.

To find out more, click here:

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19/08/2022

NHS to roll out variant busting booster jab from September ahead of winter. ❄️

As many as 3,000 sites are expected to be part of the rollout, including GP practices and community pharmacies.

To find out more about the roll out, click here:

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19/08/2022

Keeping on top of your health whilst on holiday is important. ✈️

Still not got your sunscreen or inspect sprays? 🦟

Our pharmacy has an extensive range of sun cream and inspect repellent sprays, as well as other travel accessories.

Visit our branch today and grab the perfect product for you. 🧴