Islay Pharmacy
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Islay Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy based in Bowmore on the Isle of Islay. Through this page, Islay Pharmacy is hoping to help encourage you all to lead Healthy Lives and realise where we can fit into that. Whether it's helping you look your best, consult and prescribe for you when feeling unwell, inspire you to become more fit and active or give you a new nutritional idea. Our aim is to help everyone on Islay, lead a more healthy life.
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Have you seen this 1 minute Midgie Challenge?! If you're wanting to enjoy the out and abouts of Islay this Spring and Summer, then don't forget we stock a wide variety of repellants including Smidge, Avon Skin so Soft, Jungle Formula, Bens and Natural Remedies. Failing that, we also have a wide selection of creams, lotions and tablets which can help to take the itch out of the bite...., https://www.facebook.com/bbcthesocial/videos/926357167474707/
Hay fever - Treatment - NHS Choices
As Easter Weekend approaches, and the sun starts to shine, Allergy Season begins. For many, the flowers, grass and trees can lead to a range of symptoms including sneezing and runny nose, itchy and watering eyes. We have a wide variety of treatments available from as little as £1 for a 7 day supply. Ask at Islay Pharmacy for more advice.... http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Hay-fever/Pages/Treatment.aspx
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Easter Weekend is just around the corner, our opening hours are as follows; Good Friday 14th April- 9am to 1pm Saturday 15th- 9am to 1pm Easter Monday 17th- CLOSED Please ensure that you order your repeat medications in plenty of time.
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Easter Weekend is just around the corner, our opening hours are as follows; Good Friday 14th April- 9am to 1pm Saturday 15th- 9am to 1pm Easter Monday 17th- CLOSED Please ensure that you order your repeat medications in plenty of time.
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Today is #WorldPhysicalActivityDay and we're asking what your favourite ways to get active on Islay are?! Do you make the most of the great outdoors, or use our local gym facilities? Cycling, walking, hiking, gardening, Zumba and anything that gets your body moving and heart rate up, counts towards the target of 150 minutes of exercise per week (Public Health Guidelines for 18-65 year olds)
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Don't forget that as well as Medicines and Advice, we also carry a large range of bargain toiletries for all of the family! Handwash, Shower Gel, Bath Foam, Shampoo and Conditioner, Skincare and many more...... All products seen in these photos are only £1!
Co-op Membership
If you are a member of the Co-operative and haven't decided which local charity you would like your 1% allocated to, then don't hesitate to do it now. There are 3 very worthwhile local causes which would be grateful for their share. http://www.coop.co.uk/membership/
This Girl Can
Watch and Share! We must encourage all females in our life to be active, find something you love doing and enjoy it! Exercise encourages health, wellbeing and self-love, what's not to love?! https://www.facebook.com/ThisGirlCanUK/videos/1811450662450421/
About dementia - Dementia guide - NHS Choices
American musician David Cassidy has revealed his dementia diagnosis a day after appearing to falter on stage during a concert. Dementia is not a disease, but a collection of symptoms that result from damage to the brain. These symptoms can be caused by a number of conditions. For more info on the conditions that may cause dementia, see our page: Source:NHS Choices Facebook Page http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/dementia-guide/Pages/about-dementia.aspx
Running tips for beginners - Live Well - NHS Choices
If we got your interest with the Couch to 5k plan, but you're still not certain, why not have a little read of this advice on how to get started. http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/getting-started-guides/Pages/getting-started-running.aspx
10 healthy snacks you can make in minutes
As you hit the mid-morning or afternoon dip, and find yourself reaching for the biscuit jar, have a wee read of this article from BBC Good Food for inspiration for tomorrow's snack. http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/10-healthy-snacks-you-can-make-minutes
Get running with Couch to 5K - Live Well - NHS Choices
As we start to move towards lighter mornings and longer evenings, you could use some of this extra daylight to stretch your legs and build up cardiovascular fitness. The NHS Couch to 5k program is a beginners guide to start jogging/running. All you need is a smartphone/MP3 player and suitable trainers. http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/c25k/Pages/get-running-with-couch-to-5k.aspx
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