Kitching'S Chemist - Oakengates - Telford

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Norovirus - frequently asked questions
What are noroviruses? Noroviruses are a group of viruses that are the most common cause of gastroenteritis (stomach bugs) in England and Wales. Noroviruses are also known as ‘winter vomiting viruses’.
How does norovirus spread? The virus is easily transmitted from one person to another. It can be transmitted by contact with an infected person; by consuming contaminated food or water or by contact with contaminated surfaces or objects...
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Feeling unwell? Don’t wait – get advice from your nearest pharmacist At the first sign of a winter illness, even if it’s just a cough or cold, get advice from your pharmacist, before it gets more serious. Act quickly.
The sooner you get advice from a pharmacist the better. Pharmacists are fully qualified to advise you on the best course of action. This can be the best and quickest way to help you recover and get back to normal. If you can’t get to a pharmacist yourself, ask someone to go for you or call your local pharmacy.

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you'll ever do for your health. Search #stoptober

Call us on 01952 612964 to book your free NHS flu vaccination (also available privately) #fluvaccination #flusafe #telford #pharmacy

Get the jab at Kitching's Chemist. Call us on 01952 612964 to book your free NHS Flu Vaccination, (also available privately)
Am I eligible for the NHS flu jab FREE?
Kitching's Chemist may be able to provide a free NHS jab if you are registered with a GP in England or Wales, are aged 18 or over, and you:... • Are aged 65 or over (or will turn 65 by 31 March 2020) • Are pregnant • Are a health or social care worker working in a residential or a nursing home, a hospice or with a home care provider • Are a resident of a nursing or residential home • Share a household with someone who has an impaired immune system • Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more Care for someone whose welfare may be at risk if you fall ill. Carer status may include: • People aged 18 or over who are in receipt of a carer's allowance • Those aged 18 or over who are the main carer for an elderly or disabled person Have a certain medical condition such as: • Diabetes • Lung disease, including asthma if you're on a preventer inhaler • Heart, kidney or liver conditions • Lowered immunity due to disease (such as HIV) or treatment (for example steroid medication or cancer treatment) or you have had your spleen removed • Long-term neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis
Private flu vaccination
If you’re not eligible for the free NHS flu jab, we offer a private Winter Flu Jab Service for customers aged 18 and over costing £10.99
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It’s National Breastfeeding Celebration Week! With all the great stories going around, it’s important to remember that it can take a while to feel confident about breastfeeding. If you ever need any help or support, don’t be afraid to get help: https://www.nhs.uk/…/…/breastfeeding/ extra-help-and-support/ #celebratebreastfeeding www.kitchingschemist.co.uk

May is stroke awareness month.
There are many causes of strokes including smoking, high blood pressure and an irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation.
This Tuesday 21st May between 9.30 and 12:00 we are holding free Heart rhythm screenings and a chance to speak to our pharmacy team on how you can help your health.

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, make sure you know the symptoms #bowelcancerawarenessmonth #bowelcanceruk www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk

Easter opening times #bankholiday #pharmacy #telford #telfordandwrekin #health

Please be aware that from the 1st April 2019 prescription charges have increased to £9.00 per item.

We deliver FREE. Get your prescription delivered to your home or other authorised address completely free. Call us on 01952 612964 to arrange #freedelivery #telford #prescription #pharmacy #chemist #health

A big thank you to everyone that came to our cake sale in aid of the British Heart Foundation. We raised a fantastic £99.42 #BHF #britishheartfoundation #pharmacy
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Cervical Screening Saves Lives.
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