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The nights are drawing in and the summer sun is fading as the autumn and winter months approach. It’s the time of year when we need to wrap up and look after our immune systems to guard against colds and flu. What does the immune system do? Your immune system protects your body from infection. […]
Rabies is a dangerous virus that is fatal if a bite, scratch or lick from an infected animal isn’t treated immediately. If you are vsiitig a country where animals have rabies then you should protect yourself with a vaccination.
Most cases of flu occur during the winter months. The vaccine campaign begins on the 3rd October. If you are eligible for the NHS vaccination make your appointment at the Pharmacy.
A COVID vaccination booster will help reduce the risk of serious illness if you are over 65 or you have a health condition that means your immunity is compromised.
Mpox has not reached the UK yet and the risk of catching the virus is low. Here’s what you need to know about the virus.
If you are travelling to a country where there is a risk of catching Malaria you should visit us. Here at VSM Pharmacy we can discuss what malaria tablets you need and when you should start taking them. What is malaria? Malaria is a disease which passes to humans from the bite of an infected […]
Tick bites from infected ticks in Europe and eleswhere can cause Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) and Lyme disease. Ticks are around between March and May and mid-August to November, so we’re about to come into a tick season soon. They live in the countryside and love warm temperatures with high humidity. You will find them in […]
Heavy periods can have a negative impact on your quality of life. But now you can buy Evana tablets over the counter at VSM Pharmacy. Evana tablets reduce the amount of blood you lose when you have your period.
You can catch Typhoid from contaminated food or water. If you’re plannning to visit a country where typhoid is a risk then protect yourself by having a typhoid vaccination at our Travel Clinic.
Cholera can be dangerous for some people and so we recommend you visit our Travel Clinic for a Cholera Vaccination.
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