Hello, I am one of VSM's resident wordsmiths. I'm here to share information with you about health issues, nutrition and general health tips. I first became interested in health after spending my school holidays at the small nursing home my Nan owned. Always check with our pharmacist or a team member if you have any questions about our content.
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.
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 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 […]
Lloydspharmacy is closing its pharmacy at Sainsbury’s Watchmoor Park. Where should the Lloyds patients go to next?
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 […]
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.
The warning lights have been flashing on the UK’s medicines supply system for almost a year now. In February 2022, pharmacy negotiators reported that pharmacists were “reporting problems obtaining more and more drugs” and raised the issue with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
How does Strep A spread? Is there a Strep A test? Is Scarlet Fever the same as Strep A? Is Scarlet Fever a serious Illness? What are Strep A and Scarlet Fever’s Symptoms? VSM Pharmacy provides you with some answers.
Menopause causes a variety of uncomfortable symptoms, they include sweats, sleep problems, mood changes, brain fog and weight gain. But there’s one symptom many women feel unable to talk about and that’s vaginal dryness. What is Estrogen? Estrogen is a female hormone which helps to regulate your periods. But it also affects your skin, bones, […]
Did you know your inhalers effect the environment? While we’re all aware of the need to reduce gas emissions not many people realise that throwing their used inhalers in the bin isn’t a good thing. As well as the general public, most corporations and businesses in the British Isles are taking steps to reduce their […]
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