Chickenpox: Are You Immune, or Do you Need a Vaccine?

For many people chickenpox is a mild vius that goes away in a couple of weeks. But if you have never had chickenpox and you catch it when you are pregnant it can lead to serious complications for you and your baby. If you want to know whether having a vaccine is a good idea read our latest blog to find out more about the chickenpox virus.
Can’t Get a GP Appointment? – Here’s How We Can Help

VSM Pharmacy is more than just the place you go when you need to buy paracetamol. The free NHS Pharmacy First Service for example. Pharmact First means you don’t have to wait for a GP appointment to get treatment for several common health conditions. Plus we also have a wide range of private services covering vaccinations, weight loss and skin tag removal, Read our latest blog to find out what services we offer at VSM pharmacy.
Chickenpox – What You Need to Know

Chickenpox is very easy to catch and it can cause complications for pregnant women and young babies. You have a chickenpoc vaccination here at the pharmacy. Read our blog to find out more about the virus and how to get the vaccination.
Sign Our Petition – Stop Pharmacy Closures

Pharmacies are closing at an alarming rate. Join the Save Our Pharmacies campaign by signing our petition to help stop pharmacy closures.
Shingles – Symptoms and Pain Relief Remedies

Shingles comes from the chicken pox virus and it can be painful, but from the end of January you can visit your Pharmacy for treatment.
VSM Pharmacy Services and Our New Scheme

Read about VSM Pharmacy Services and our brand new service which will be available from January 31st 2024
Vaccinations against Pneumonia and Shingles

It As we’re getting through autumn and closer to winter you need to think about your vaccines against pneumonia and shingles. Having a vaccine against these two conditions will help to lower the risk of catching them and keep you healthy over the colder seasons. What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is caused by the inflammation of […]
What can cause extreme itching without a rash?

Experiencing persistent itching without a visible rash? Discover some common and uncommon reasons for this mysterious itch, from insect bites to serious health conditions, and learn how your local VSM pharmacy can assist.
