WHB Sutherland Pharmacy - Stromness

08/06/2026

The surgery will be closed next Monday, we are open as normal

Monday 15 June is a Public Holiday for NHS Orkney. All GP surgeries will be closed on the Public Holiday but in an emergency you can contact a GP in the same way as routine evening/weekend cover.
If you are ill when your practice is closed and can’t wait until it reopens, you should call NHS 24 on 111.

All Community Pharmacies will be open on Monday 15 June:
• WHB Sutherland Kirkwall - 09:00 to 17:30
• WHB Sutherland Stromness - 09:00 to 17:00
• Boots Kirkwall - 09:00 to 17:30
• Dounby Pharmacy - 09:00 to 17:00

31/05/2026

🚑 A polite request to all patients and visitors 🚑

We would be very grateful for your support in helping us keep access to the surgery clear by avoiding parking on the pavement outside the building.
Unfortunately, vehicles parked on the pavement can significantly narrow the road, making it difficult for larger vehicles to pass. Over the past few weeks, we have experienced several occasions where access for ambulances responding to medical emergencies has been severely restricted because of parked vehicles.
When every minute counts, it is essential that emergency services can reach the surgery quickly and safely.
If you are attending the surgery, please use designated parking areas and avoid parking on the pavement or in a way that obstructs the road or entrance to the surgery.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. By working together, we can help ensure that emergency vehicles always have clear access to patients who need urgent care.

29/05/2026

Today is David’s last shift before his well deserved retirement. Be sure to say bye to him if you’re in today. He’ll be a huge miss for us. Enjoy your rest David!

28/05/2026

Crescent Pharma Limited is initiating a precautionary recall of one batch of Ramipril 2.5 mg Capsules following the identification of a potential packaging error at the manufacturing site.

27/05/2026

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to do a quick post.
It’s a very difficult time for many just now. For anyone struggling, just know that you are loved and important, and that there is always help available for anyone who needs it.
Below are some phone numbers for mental health and grief helplines.

Samaritans - 116 123.

If you prefer to text, Text “SHOUT” to 85258.

PAPYRUS - 03001022470 - available 24/7, 7 days a week. Or text them on 07860039967.

Breathing space - 0800 838 587

These helplines are here to help and listen.

Remember to check in on friends and family.

Sending love to you all ❤️

Harry

13/05/2026

There is an ICJ drop in session in the shop this morning.

29/04/2026

Please note all GP surgeries are closed on Monday 4th May. We are open as normal that day

All GP surgeries will be closed on the May Day Public Holiday, Monday 4 May but in an emergency you can contact a GP in the same way as routine evening/weekend cover.
If you are ill when your practice is closed and can’t wait until it reopens, you should call NHS 24 on 111.

Community Pharmacy Arrangements on the Public Holiday on Monday 4 May:
• WHB Sutherland Kirkwall - Open 9am - 5.30pm
• WHB Sutherland Stromness - Open 9am - 5pm
• Norsepharm Dounby Pharmacy - Open 9am - 5pm
• Boots Kirkwall - Closed

02/04/2026

All GP surgeries will be closed on the Easter Public Holiday, Monday 6 April but in an emergency you can contact a GP in the same way as routine evening/weekend cover.
If you are ill when your practice is closed and can’t wait until it reopens, you should call NHS 24 on 111.

Community Pharmacy Arrangements on the Public Holiday on Monday 6 April:
• WHB Sutherland Kirkwall - Open 9am - 5.30pm
• WHB Sutherland Stromness - Open 9am - 5pm
• Norsepharm Dounby Pharmacy - Open 9am - 5pm
• Boots Kirkwall - Closed

26/01/2026

Recall of Batch Number: EXP 31-10-2026

⚠️ Product recall: Aptamil First Infant Formula

Danone is recalling a batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula because cerulide toxin has been found in the product.

Cereulide can cause rapid onset of nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. It’s unlikely to be destroyed by boiling water or cooking.

Even if your baby seems well, it is essential to stop using affected products. If the formula was prescribed by a health professional, consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula.

For more information and what to do next, visit: https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-03-2026

07/01/2026

There is a recall of some batches of Nestle baby milk. Please read attached information.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE ‼️
SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula.

The safety and wellbeing of babies is our absolute priority. As a precautionary measure, Nestlé is voluntarily recalling specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula. This is due to the potential presence of cereulide in the batches concerned.

There have been no confirmed reports of any illness associated with consumption of the products concerned. Nevertheless, out of an abundance of caution, Nestlé has decided to perform this voluntary product recall in line with their strict product quality and safety protocols. Consumers who may have these batches should not feed this product to their baby.

If you have purchased one of these batches, please share a photo of the product and the batch code via https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/getintouch or by calling the careline on 0800 0 81 81 80 (UK) and they will refund you.

If you have been prescribed one of these batches listed please destroy the product and speak to your Healthcare Professional for advice on an alternative. Anyone concerned about their baby’s health should contact a healthcare professional.

All other Nestlé products and other batches of the same product that are not in the scope of this voluntary recall are safe to consume.

Batch codes can be found on the base of the tin or box for powdered formulas or the base of the outer box and on the side / top of the container for ready-to-feed formulas.

A full list of products and batch numbers can be found here:

SMA Advanced Follow on Milk 800g:
52879722AA

SMA First Infant Milk 800g:
51170346AA
51170346AB
51340346AB
51580346AA
51590346AA
52760346AB
52760346AD
52780346AA

SMA First Infant Milk 400g
51350346AA
52750346AD

SMA First Infant Milk 1.2Kg
51340346BE
52740346BA
52750346BA

SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk 800g
52740346AD
51220346AD
51540346AC

SMA Comfort 800g
52620742F3
51240742F3
514397228A
5147972284
5176972284
5204972244

SMA First Infant Milk 200ml
52860296M
52870296M
53220295M
53230295M
52870296M
53030296M
53040295M
53070295M
53080296M

SMA First Infant Milk 70ml
5317074281

SMA Lactose Free 400g
51719722BA
51759722BA
51829722BA
51979722BA
52109722BA
53299722BA
53459722BA
51150346AB
51500346AB

SMA Anti Reflux 800g
51570742F3
52099722BA
520997228B
52739722BA

SMA Altamino 400g
51200017Y3
51210017Y1
51220017Y1
51250017Y1
51390017Y1
51420017Y2
51430017Y1
51460017Y1
51690017Y2
51690017Y3
51700017Y1
51710017Y1
51740017Y1
52760017Y5
52790017Y1
52860017Y1
53100017Y3
53110017Y1
53140017Y1
53140017Y2
53150017Y1