Category: Health Advice

Stop Smoking in Stopoctober!

  Although the number of smokers has been steadily decreasing since 1974, there are still around 6.9 million adult smokers in the UK. And, according to the ASH website, this habit costs the NHS around 2.5 billion each year dealing with conditions related to smoking. What illnesses does smoking cause? Smoking can cause more than […]

High Cholesterol – Causes and Treatments

  If you have high cholesterol, you have a greater risk of developing heart disease, vascular dementia or of having a stroke. In this article, we’ll tell you more about this condition. You can find out the symptoms and how to treat the condition. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance in your blood. […]

Which vitamin is good for the skin?

Striving for natural, glowing skin? Ever asked yourself which vitamin is good for the skin? Our pharmacy in Camberley offers advice on the best vitamins to keep your skin in good condition.

What is a continuous cough?

Find out ‘what is a continuous cough?’ in this guide, including what causes a continuous cough, potential symptoms, what to do if the cough is Covid-19 and how to get rid of one.

A guide to ringworm vs eczema

If you’ve recently found yourself wondering about the symptoms of ringworm vs eczema, you’re in the right place. Read on for symptoms and treatments of both.

Here’s when to worry about a rash in adults

Rashes can be uncomfortable and annoying. Learn what a rash is, the most common types, their causes, and some tips on when to worry about a rash in adults.

What You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer

One of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in the UK is colorectal cancer. It is also known as colon, rectal or bowel cancer. Colorectal cancer causes What causes this type of cancer isn’t known, but it is thought to include diet and lifestyle choices like being overweight, eating a lot of red or […]

How to get rid of cold sores quickly

Discover how to get rid of cold sores quickly with handy tips and advice from VSM Pharmacy.

IBD Day – What is IBD?

On the 19th of May, it is National IBD Day. IBD stands for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. It is the umbrella term for two bowel conditions: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. So, with National IBD Day in mind, we have written a short guide to explain the symptoms of the two conditions and how doctors treat […]

How A Walk Can Help to Relieve Work Stress

April is stress awareness month, so we thought it would be a good idea to tell you about 7 vitamins and herbs that can help to reduce stress and anxiety.

As you know, stress plays havoc with the body. It can make us feel depressed, anxious, and nervous. It can also give us sleepless nights, headaches, and bad skin.

Research has shown that taking certain vitamins and herbal supplements, may help to reduce the symptoms of stress so that we feel better in ourselves.