Strand Medical

29/05/2026

Although the weather is slowly cooling down, the pollen forecast remains high to very high over the coming days.

Most people who are struggling with hay fever can get help from a pharmacist and buy their own medicines over the counter without a prescription.

It's also a good idea to wear sunglasses, shower and change clothes after being outdoors, and dry and laundry inside.

27/05/2026

Poorly child this half term?

A pharmacist can help with a range of minor health concerns, and they'll let you know if you do need to see a GP or other healthcare professional.

Find a pharmacy near you: https://orlo.uk/VUMFP

27/05/2026

Please see below details of our Health Awareness Event happening at the surgery on Saturday 6th June at 10:00 until Noon.

Hope to see you there.

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

If you’re out and about this bank holiday weekend, stay aware of ticks and find out how to avoid being bitten by them.
See comments for more info:

24/05/2026

24/05/2026

22/05/2026

With high temperatures forecast across Surrey and Sussex over the next few days, here are our top tips for staying healthy:

🤝 Look out for others who may be more vulnerable in the heat, like older people or young children
🚰 Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
⛱️ Seek shade and cover up during the middle part of the day
🧴 Use SPF at least 30 and reapply regularly

19/05/2026

Today is World IBD Day! Help us reshape how people see Crohn’s and Colitis.

Tell the world how it feels to live with these conditions. Every word breaks down barriers, tackles stigma, raises awareness and shines a light in the dark for someone going through the same thing 💜

Share this post and type your story in the box that appears. Your words are powerful, and together, we can make the world understand how it feels to live with Crohn's or Colitis.

HOW TO SHARE TO YOUR FACEBOOK FEED:

Mobile app:
To share to your Facebook Feed on the mobile app, hit the little arrow beneath this post, to the right of the thumbs up 'Like' button and the speech bubble comments button. Type in the box that pops up and click 'Share now' when you're done.

Desktop:
If you're on desktop, click the little arrow beneath this post, to the right of the thumbs up 'Like' button and the speech bubble comments button. Choose 'Share to feed' and type in the box that pops up.

It takes guts to share your story, so if you're not ready yet, we understand. Why not share the post as it is to raise awareness instead?

19/05/2026

This Dementia Action Week, we wanted to highlight the impact of 'Anticipatory Grief'.

Anticipatory grief is the emotional pain we feel before someone has died. When caring for someone with dementia, this grief can start early and last for a long time.

You might grieve:
- The person they once were
- Shared memories they no longer recall
- The loss of your relationship as it used to be
- Future moments that will never happen

This type of grief is valid and very real, even if the person is still physically present.

For more information and support about dementia and grief, please visit our website ⬇️

https://ow.ly/nWtW50Z0fO2

19/05/2026

Technical Issues

We are currently experiencing technical issues with Klinik, which are being investigated. Please be assured that we are still receiving requests; however, there appears to be a delay in them coming through.

If you have an urgent issue, please call us on 01903 243351.