Merlin Pharmacy

Merlin Pharmacy Merlin Pharmacy, Doughiska, Galway, was established in 2002 and is happily serving the community of Doughiska & its surroundings ever since.

We pride ourselves on the level of service we provide to our loyal customers and receive much positive feedback from them. Our staff love to go the extra mile, whether that be providing reassurance & advice on health complaints, sourcing difficult to find products, or just providing service with a smile. Doughiska is a unique, culturally diverse community with at least 33 different nationalities l

iving in the area. As a result we stock some speciality African Haircare & Skincare ranges, and Eastern European Skincare & Bodycare products. The population of Doughiska is exceptionally young, with the estimated average age being 25 years. Many of our customers are families with young children. We have installed an IKC Play Module, imported from the Netherlands, to keep the kids occupied and happy, giving Mom or Dad time to shop,or ask for advice in peace. Customers waiting for their prescriptions to be filled can also relax and avail of our Homemedics massage chair, giving them a nice relaxing back massage while they wait. All of our business decisions and policies are made with the sole aim of enhancing the experience of our customers, and building on our long term relationships with the community we serve. Located in the Doughiska Retail Centre between Centra & Jack Jordans Take Away we are open Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm.

This week I had the pleasure of delivering a wellbeing session for a wonderful group of family carers from Limerick San...
10/06/2026

This week I had the pleasure of delivering a wellbeing session for a wonderful group of family carers from Limerick Sanctuary.

What struck me most was the incredible energy, fun, and resilience in the room. Despite the many challenges they face, there was laughter, openness, and a genuine willingness to engage with the ideas and activities throughout the session.

Family carers perform extraordinary work every day, often quietly and without recognition. They dedicate huge amounts of their time, energy, and attention to caring for loved ones, yet the vital contribution they make can often go unnoticed. Caring can also be an isolating experience, making it easy for carers to become disconnected from the very supports they need themselves.

That is why our focus yesterday was on the importance of maintaining meaningful connections with others and nurturing relationships that provide support, encouragement, and understanding.

We also explored practical skills and tools to help access positive emotions during times of stress and anxiety, creating small but powerful buffers that can help us navigate life's challenges more effectively.

A huge thank you to everyone who participated so openly and generously. It was a privilege to spend time with such an inspiring group of people.

09/06/2026

The better summer range x

We often think of emotions like stress, anxiety, frustration, or worry as something to avoid. If we could wave a magic w...
05/06/2026

We often think of emotions like stress, anxiety, frustration, or worry as something to avoid. If we could wave a magic wand and eliminate them completely, many of us probably would. But what if these emotions are actually useful? What if they're not the problem at all?

Emotions are signals. They're your body's way of drawing your attention to something important happening in your environment. They evolved to help us survive, adapt, and respond to challenges and opportunities.

For example, a certain level of anxiety before an important presentation, exam, or sporting event can actually help us prepare, focus, and perform at our best. In the same way, frustration can highlight a problem that needs addressing, while sadness can help us process loss and connect with others for support.

The goal, therefore, isn't to eliminate our emotions, but to understand them, listen to the message they contain, and develop the ability to regulate them effectively.

When we learn to work with our emotions instead of against them, everything changes.
✔ Better decision-making under pressure
✔ Greater clarity and focus
✔ Improved relationships and communication
✔ Increased resilience during challenging times
✔ Better performance at work, in sport, and in life

One of the most important things I share with clients is that emotional regulation is not something you're either born with or without. It's a skill, and like any skill, it can be learned, practiced, and strengthened over time. Simple tools involving the breath, body, and mind can help us move from feeling overwhelmed and reactive to calm, clear, and resourceful.

The more familiar we become with our emotional patterns, the more choice we have in how we respond. And that choice can make all the difference between a good leader and a great leader.

If this is something you or your team would benefit from, I run practical, engaging sessions focused on emotional regulation, resilience, and wellbeing. DM for details.

There’s a big difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it.Most people already know the basics of what su...
28/05/2026

There’s a big difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it.

Most people already know the basics of what supports their wellbeing:
Move more.
Slow down.
Connect with others.
Get better sleep.

Spend less time stressed and overwhelmed.

But knowing isn’t usually the problem, implementation is.

Life gets busy. Work pressures build. Family responsibilities increase.

Good intentions get pushed further and further down the priority list until we find ourselves stuck in survival mode, promising we’ll 'get back on track' when things calm down.

The problem is, for most people, life never really slows down on its own.

That’s why everything I do is built around simple, practical tools that people can actually use in real life.

Not complicated theories, unrealistic routines, or wellbeing ideas that sound great in principle but are impossible to sustain in busy workplaces and everyday life.

Because knowledge without action can never be anything more than just interesting.

But knowledge combined with consistent action? That’s transformational.

That's why my programmes are designed to be practical, engaging, and easy to apply.

I want people to leave sessions not just informed but equipped with tools they can immediately begin using in their daily lives and workplaces.

Because ultimately, wellbeing isn’t something we achieve through information alone, it’s something we build through action.

If you’d like to explore how to turn wellbeing into something your team actually does, rather than just talk about, I’d be happy to chat.

23/05/2026

Come in to test these new bad boys xx

18/05/2026

Visit Merlin pharmacy to experience ultra hydration 💛✨

14/05/2026

Run to Merlin pharmacy to try our luxurious Medicube 💋💋

The introduction of the Common Conditions Service is a hugely positive step for community pharmacy and the public, as it...
11/05/2026

The introduction of the Common Conditions Service is a hugely positive step for community pharmacy and the public, as it allows patients to access prescription medicines for a range of conditions without seeing their GP. The conditions include allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, impetigo, oral thrush, and urinary tract infections, amongst others.

Putting on my ‘wellbeing hat’ it got me thinking about the opportunity it presents to notice not only the condition, but the context in which it has arisen. Because wellbeing quietly influences so much of what we see across the pharmacy counter every day. Not conditions solely caused by a virus or bacteria, but by depletion, overwhelm, stress, and disconnection.

In my latest article for the May edition of the IPU Review I explore the idea of a hypothetical ‘Wellbeing Protocol’ borrowing the structure of the Common Conditions Service to bring wellbeing into sharper focus during everyday consultations.

Not with complicated interventions or unrealistic lifestyle overhauls. Just small, human, practical suggestions that help people feel good and function effectively over time.

+ A reminder to reconnect with someone.
+ Encouraging moments of calm in a busy day.
+ Helping patients recognise the importance of sleep, energy, and recovery.

Because while medicines treat conditions, small consistent behaviours shape wellbeing. And sometimes there is just enough space in a busy day in the pharmacy to gently nudge that process forward.

Read the full article here https://ipu.ie/ipu-review-article/the-10th-common-condition/

Irish Pharmacy Union

09/05/2026

The suns out just in time for sona x

30/04/2026

Come to Merlin Pharmacy to collect you very own copy of Seamus Ruane’s book ✨🧠

Address

Doughiska, Merlin
Galway

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

091 764185

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