VSM Skin Cryotherapy service

VSM Pharmacy is thrilled to introduce our new Cryotherapy service. This advanced procedure utilizes extreme cold to address various skin conditions. From warts and skin tags to age spots, discover how cryotherapy can offer quick and effective treatment.

Oral Hygiene – Why it’s Important to Brush your Teeth

Did you know that your oral health can affect other organs in your body? If you don’t brush your teeth and have poor oral hygiene bacteria can cause inflammation in your mouth. The inflammation can then pass into your bloodstream and transfer to other organs such as your heart. That’s why it is important to […]

Big Discounts on Baby Products for Mother’s Day

It’s Mother’s Day on the 19th of March and to celebrate we’ve put some big discounts on baby products and other lines. You’ll find many of our baby items reduced by up to 50% and in some cases products from us may be cheaper than shopping at Boots, Lloyds or popular supermarkets. VSM Pharmacy and […]

Lower Priced Essentials at VSM Pharmacy

Household Finances in Chaos According to BBC News Britain is facing its biggest cost-of-living crisis on record as cost-of-living increases eat away at household finances. In the Guardian newspaper, this article has a report. In it, it says that the Office for Budget Responsibility said this in November 2022. “all household’s disposable income will fall […]

VSM Pharmacy’s Earwax Removal Clinic

Uncover the intricacies of the human ear—from the vital roles of its three main sections to the potential challenges of earwax build-up. Learn about professional ear care solutions, like VSM Pharmacy’s Earwax Removal Clinic, to keep your hearing in optimal condition.

Obesity and Weight Management

From the 13th to the 20th of January it was obesity awareness week. You might have noticed information posters around. VSM Pharmacy is also part of the NHS 12-week weight management programme. The programme is designed to help you develop eating habits which are healthier coupled with advice about becoming more active. The programme is […]

Dry January and Sober Spring

Dry January is organized by Alcohol Change UK. The idea for dry January came about because Emily Pearson had taken a month off alcohol in 2011 and realized the benefits of not drinking for a short period. In 2012 she began working for Alcohol Change and decided to launch a campaign where people volunteer to […]

Lloyds Pharmacy is Closing Down its Sainsbury’s Watchmoor Park Pharmacy

Lloydspharmacy is closing its pharmacy at Sainsbury’s Watchmoor Park. Where should the Lloyds patients go to next?

Probiotics and Your Gut Health

Most people will be familiar with yoghurts, health drinks and supplements that promote gut health. The marketing for these products highlights the benefits of healthy bacteria in the body.  Here we talk about probiotics, what they are, whether they are beneficial and how they can help your gut health. What are healthy bacteria? Probiotics live […]

How to treat an ear infection?

Getting an ear infection during the colder months is very common and it can affect both children and adults.
Earache can be very painful, and you may also have a high temperature. Learn more about the different ear infections, causes, and treatments.