Torrance Pharmacy

09/09/2024

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10 tips to start taking control of stress. 🥴

's Stress Busters:
1️⃣ Be active - activities with breathing exercises and movement, like yoga, are particularly helpful.

2️⃣ Connect with people - A good support network can be important in dealing with stress. Arrange time together for a coffee, try an activity you would all enjoy, or meet new people by joining new groups or hobbies.

3️⃣Have some ‘me time’ - Set some time aside each week to do something that you enjoy and is relaxing. It can be as simple as having a bath or spending time in your garden or local park.

4️⃣ Avoid unhealthy habits - Don’t rely on alcohol, smoking and caffeine as ways of coping with stress. Try to replace the unhealthy habits with healthy alternatives, such as going for walk, dancing to music, or making a healthy snack when you need a break.

5️⃣ Try to be positive - Look for the positives in life and things that you’re grateful for. This can help to put stress in perspective. For example, you could write down 3 things that went well in your day, or 3 things that you’re grateful for.

6️⃣ Help other people - Helping other people can help you become more resilient and positive. If you don’t have time to volunteer, try to do someone a favour every so often. Bake a cake, give someone a compliment, or support a charity fundraiser.

7️⃣ Set goals or challenges - Setting yourself goals and challenges helps to build confidence, which can help you deal with stress. You could try to learn a new language or take up a new sport.

8️⃣ Work smarter, not harder - Prioritise your tasks. Concentrate on the things you need to do that will make a real difference, and leave less important tasks to last.

9️⃣ Take control - If you remain passive and think ‘I can’t do anything about my problem’, your stress will get worse. Taking control is empowering and is a crucial part of finding a solution.

🔟 Accept the things you can’t change - Changing a difficult situation isn’t always possible. Try to concentrate on the things you do have control over.

08/04/2024

Our community clinics for the Covid-19 spring vaccine start today. If your loved ones are eligible, it is a good idea to check in with them to see if they have their appointment in place.

Eligible patients include anyone living in GGC who is aged 75 years and over on 30 June 2024 or is aged six months or over (by or on 31 March 2024) with a weakened immune system.

Eligible patients will receive, or will have already received, an invitation, with an appointment date and time, either by post, email, or text. More info here: https://www.nhsggc.scot/maintaining-protection-against-covid-19-eligible-groups-called-for-spring-vaccine/

08/04/2024

Eligible patients include anyone living in GGC who is aged 75 years and over on 30 June 2024 or is aged six months or over (by or on 31 March 2024) with a weakened immune system.

26/03/2024

Many pharmacies will be closed on Easter Monday.

To find out which Pharmacies are open, go to: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place/pharmacy/pharmacy-opening-hours-easter/

Please make sure you have enough medicine to last you through the days when your pharmacy is closed.

🚩 Remember to pick up repeat prescriptions on time.
🚩 For life-threatening conditions, call 999 or go straight to A&E.
🚩 If it’s an emergency but is NOT life-threatening, call NHS 24 on 111, or, speak to your local GP before attending A&E.
🚩Unsure who to turn to, go to: https://www.nhsggc.scot/your-health/right-care-right-place

22/03/2024

19/01/2024

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05/11/2023

The safest way to celebrate Bonfire Night is at an organised event.

If you are using fireworks at home, make sure you know how to keep you and your family safe and always follow the Firework Code.

Find a local display at: https://www.firescotland.gov.uk/outdoors/fireworks-and-bonfires/firework-safety/

04/10/2023

PRIVATE & NHS FLU Vaccines in stock.

This year we can vaccinate the below NHS eligible categories.
For anyone NOT included in an eligible category, we can offer vaccination privately.

Please call to arrange.

NHS eligible patients:

are aged 50 years and over.
are aged 18–64 with an eligible health condition.
work in social care and deliver direct personal care
are a frontline healthcare worker.
are a carer (including unpaid carer).
are an independent contractor or support staff (GP, dental, optometry and community pharmacy practices).
are a teacher or support staff (pupil facing).
are a prison officer or support staff member who delivers direct detention services.

22/09/2023

If cancer is found at an earlier stage, you could have more treatment options and better news to tell the family.

Read the stories of the ‘early birds’ who are living well again after successful cancer treatment: getcheckedearly.org/real-stories

24/06/2023

If you’re spending time outdoors this summer, know the signs of Lyme disease. A red circular rash on your skin, and flu-like symptoms such as tiredness, headaches and muscle or joint pain can be early symptoms. More information visit nhsinform.scot/lyme-disease

30/05/2023