Travelling This Winter? Don’t Forget Your Travel Vaccines
Winter might feel cold and dark in the UK, but it is one of the most popular times of year for people to escape the weather and head somewhere brighter. Whether you are planning a Christmas break, a long awaited winter holiday, or a trip to see family abroad, the idea of swapping grey skies […]
Keeping Kids Healthy Through the Winter Term
As soon as the winter term begins, parents everywhere notice the same thing. Kids go back to school, and suddenly every bug under the sun seems to come home with them. One day it is a cough, the next it is a runny nose, and before you know it half the class is off sick. […]
The Importance of Checking on Older Relatives During Winter
As the temperature drops and the darker evenings settle in, many of us start to feel the effects of winter. Colder weather makes people want to stay indoors, mornings feel slower, and everything takes a little more effort. For older relatives, these challenges can be even tougher. Winter brings real risks for elderly people, both […]
Why Your Skin Gets So Dry in Winter and What to Do About It
As November rolls in, the weather changes faster than any of us expect. One day you are fine in a light jacket, the next you step outside and the wind feels like it has personally come to steal the moisture out of your face. It is around this time of year when people begin to […]
Vitamin D Deficiency, what is it?
As the days grow shorter and the sunshine fades, most of us start to feel a little different. You might notice you are more tired, your skin feels drier, or your energy levels dip for no clear reason. For many people, this is linked to one simple thing: lower levels of vitamin D. Vitamin D […]
Supporting Your Mental Health This Autumn
Autumn is a funny time of year. The air feels fresher, the leaves start turning golden, and everything suddenly smells like coffee and rain. For some people it feels calm and comforting. For others it can bring a dip in mood or motivation as the days get shorter. As the evenings draw in and daylight […]
Why Getting Your Flu Jab Matters This Winter
Each winter, flu puts real pressure on people, families and the NHS. A quick flu jab helps protect you and Every winter, the flu puts pressure on families, workplaces, and the NHS. It’s not just a bad cold — it’s a serious illness that leads to thousands of hospital admissions and deaths across the UK […]
Why Now’s the Perfect Time to Get Your Flu Jab
As the nights draw in and the mornings start to feel a bit colder, it’s clear autumn has arrived. October is the time when people start switching the heating back on, digging out their coats, and reaching for the hot chocolate. It is also the start of flu season, when the virus begins to spread […]
Heading to University? Health Essentials for Students
Heading off to university is one of the biggest milestones in life. Whether you’re moving into student halls, sharing a flat with mates, or commuting from home, it’s a huge change. New people, new routines, and for many, the first time living away from home. Among the excitement of freshers’ week, late night pizza runs, […]
How Your Local Pharmacy Can Help You Stay Healthy All Year Round
Each winter, flu puts real pressure on people, families and the NHS. A quick flu jab helps protect you and EYour local pharmacy is one of the most accessible parts of the NHS. You do not need an appointment, and you can walk in for advice, treatments, and healthcare support whenever you need it. Across […]
