VSM Pharmacy News

Staying Hydrated – How to Look After Yourself in a Heatwave
Hot weather can increase your risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Find out how to stay hydrated, recognise the warning signs of heat-related illness and learn when to seek urgent medical help.

Should Adults Have the Chickenpox Vaccine?
Chickenpox is often thought of as a childhood illness, but adults can catch it too, and it can sometimes be more serious. Learn who should consider the chickenpox vaccine, what the risks are during pregnancy, and how the vaccine can help protect you and your family.

What You Need to Know About the Meningitis B Vaccine
Learn how the Bexsero vaccine protects against meningitis B, who can have it, how many doses are needed, possible side effects, and when to seek urgent medical attention.

What Vaccinations Should I Have for Brazil?
Brazil is a fascinating country and a great place to visit. Before you go though make sure you have the relevant vaccines so that you’re protected while you’re there. If you’re not sure what they are, read on to find out more.

What Vaccines Do I Need for Travel to Thailand?
If you are planning to travel to Asia this year, you may need to have some vaccinations before you leave. Read our latest blog to find out more about the vaccines you might need for travel to Thailand.

What vaccines do you need for Indonesia?
If you’re visiting Bali, the Komodo National Park, Java or Lombok in Indonesia, this year, then you might need some vaccinations before you travel. Read our latest blog to find out more about what you might need and how we can help at the Pharmacy.

What Is Cellulitis?
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection. It makes your skin red and swollen. You need to treat the infection quickly to avoid serious complications such as sepsis. Read on to find out more about this infection, the symptoms to look for and how it is treated.

Meningitis B – Should I Be Worried?
Meningitis B is a life-threatening bacterial illness that can cause serious complications. However, it is an uncommon condition in the UK, despite the recent outbreaks in Kent. If you worried however, you can be vaccinated against Meningitis here at the pharmacy. Read our lastest blog to find out more about the symptoms of Meningitis and how it’s treated.

Lamberts – Vitamins, Herbs and Minerals
Lamberts is a trusted supplement manufacturer with a reputation for quality. In our latest blog we explain why we recommend this brand and what we like about it.

Molluscum Contagiosum – What Is It and How Do We Treat It?
It may be that you’ve never heard of molluscum contagiosum. But in fact it’s a common virus that produces raised spots on your skin. If you want to know more about the consition and how you can treat it, read on…

Magnesium Citrate vs Magnesium Bisglycinate
There are differences between magnesium citrate and magnesium bisglycinate. One is gentler on the stomach and one is used to treat constipation. Read our latest blog to find out how much magnesium you need to take each day and the differences between the two..

What Should I Eat While on Mounjaro Injections?
Eating a healthy diet is still important even if you are on Mounjaro injections. However, your apetitie will decrease, so eating little and often is a good way to keep up your energy levels and reduce nausea. In this blog we talk about the foods that will make you feel good and help you to maintain your weight.
