May & Thomson Pharmacy

29/10/2020

Couch to 5k is a running programme designed for absolute beginners. The app has now helped more than 4 million people start running.

The app:

🏃 A choice of 5 trainers to motivate you
🏃‍♀️ Works with your music player
🏃 Tracks your runs
🏃‍♀️ Connects you with other Couch to 5K runners
🏃 Couch to 5K can be completed in as little as 9 weeks, or longer if you want to go at your own pace.

28/10/2020

27/10/2020

If you’re between 40 and 74 and live in the UK, you should have a health check which we can do at our pharmacy for a nominal charge.

The health check should take around 30 minutes. One of our friendly healthcare professionals, will ask you a series of simple questions about your lifestyle and family history.

The check is nothing to worry about and you won’t be asked any embarrassing questions or need to remove clothing.

Contact us today!

26/10/2020

It's never too late to get your health back on track, start your journey with one simple click! ⬇️⬇️

It's never too late to get your health back on track. Eat well, move more, start losing weight and quit smoking with Better Health. Try our NHS tools and tips to get you started.

23/10/2020

Don't get your prescription items late ever again. Receive re-ordering reminders on your phone and via email.

22/10/2020

Did you know our Pharmacist can give you advice on your medication, to make sure you are using them correctly and that you are getting the maximum benefit?

We are more than happy to sit down with you or give you a telephone consultation for a 'Medicine Use Review'. We can help identify if you are having issues from a particular medication, and could even help to reduce medicine wastage.

21/10/2020

Minor injury or ailment? - Think pharmacy - think May & Thomson!

20/10/2020

There are many ways to relieve hiccups, some are below, do you have any favourites to add to the list?

➡️ Pull your knees up to your chest and lean forward

➡️ Sip ice-cold water

➡️ Swallow some granulated sugar

➡️ Bite on a lemon or taste vinegar

➡️ Hold your breath for a short time

19/10/2020

To reduce your cholesterol, try to cut down on fatty food, especially foods that contain saturated fat.

✅ Try to eat more:
oily fish, like mackerel and salmon
brown rice, bread and pasta
nuts and seeds
fruits and vegetables

❌ Try to eat less:
meat pies, sausages and fatty meat
butter, lard and ghee
cream and hard cheese, like cheddar
cakes and biscuits
food that contains coconut oil or palm oil

16/10/2020

Things you can try if you are suffering with acne ➡️

⛔ Do not wash affected areas of skin more than twice a day. Frequent washing can irritate the skin and make symptoms worse.

🧼 Wash the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser and lukewarm water. Very hot or cold water can make acne worse.

🧽 Do not try to "clean out" blackheads or squeeze spots. This can make them worse and cause permanent scarring.

💄 Avoid using too much make-up and cosmetics. Use water-based products that are described as non-comedogenic. This means the product is less likely to block the pores in your skin.

😴 Completely remove make-up before going to bed.

💦 If dry skin is a problem, use a fragrance-free water-based emollient.

🚿 Regular exercise cannot improve your acne, but it can boost your mood and improve your self-esteem. Shower as soon as possible once you finish exercising as sweat can irritate your acne.

👩 Wash your hair regularly and try to avoid letting your hair fall across your face.

15/10/2020

13 Ways to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes has become incredibly common, but there are several things you can do to avoid it. Here are 13 science-backed ways to prevent diabetes.

14/10/2020

Cold weather is a common trigger for asthma symptoms. Asthma UK advises the following to help you control your symptoms in the cold:

👨‍⚕️ Carry your reliever inhaler with you at all times and keep taking your regular preventer inhaler as prescribed.

👨‍⚕️ If you need to use your inhaler more than usual, speak to your doctor about reviewing your treatment.

👨‍⚕️ Keep warm and dry – wear gloves, a scarf and a hat, and carry an umbrella.

👨‍⚕️ Wrap a scarf loosely over your nose and mouth – this will help warm up the air before you breathe it.

👨‍⚕️ Try breathing in through your nose instead of your mouth – your nose warms the air as you breathe.