Lancaster Health and Home Pharmacy

21/10/2026

SUMMER-READY FOOT CARE ESSENTIALS:
🦶 Have months of closed winter shoes left your feet needing some extra care? Closed shoes can trap heat and moisture, while friction and pressure may contribute to blisters, corns and uncomfortable feet. Athlete’s foot may cause itching, peeling, redness or cracked skin, particularly between the toes.

Help get your feet summer-ready:

🧼Wash your feet and dry carefully between the toes
🧴Moisturise dry feet and cracked heels, but avoid applying moisturiser between the toes
🧦Change damp socks and allow shoes to dry properly
👟Wear comfortable, well-fitting and breathable footwear
🩹Protect areas affected by rubbing or pressure
🚫Avoid sharing shoes, socks or towels
🦶Wear suitable footwear in communal showers and changing areas

People living with diabetes, poor circulation or reduced feeling in their feet should seek professional advice before treating blisters, corns, calluses, fungal infections or wounds themselves.

14/10/2026

OUTDOOR, INSECT BITE & STING ESSENTIALS:
🦟Warmer days mean more time outside—but also more mosquitoes, insects, bites and stings.
Prepare your family before heading into the garden, going camping, enjoying outdoor sport or spending time around the braai.
Helpful outdoor protection may include:

Applying a suitable insect repellent
🥬Wearing protective clothing when necessary
👕Using screens, nets or plug-in protection
🧴Avoiding areas of standing water around the home
💧Keeping suitable bite relief and basic first-aid products nearby
🩹Different products may be appropriate for adults, children and babies.

Speak to our pharmacist or pharmacy team for advice on the most suitable protection for your family.

14/10/2026

07/10/2026

EXAM-TIME STUDY SUPPORT ESSENTIALS:
📚Is your family preparing for exam time?
Long study sessions, busy schedules and exam pressure can leave learners and students feeling tired and overwhelmed.
Healthy meals, enough sleep, regular breaks and good hydration all play an important role in supporting concentration and wellbeing.
We can help you choose suitable vitamins, minerals, nutritional support and other exam-time essentials.

• Age-appropriate multivitamins
• Omega-3 supplements
• Vitamin B-complex supplements
• Magnesium supplements
• Nutritional shakes and drinks
• Hydration and electrolyte products
• Suitable focus-support supplements

30/09/2026

AWARENESS CAMPAIGN: UNDERSTANDING SEASONAL ALLERGIES
🤧Is it a spring allergy or a cold? Seasonal allergies commonly cause repeated sneezing, an itchy or runny nose, watery eyes, and nasal congestion.
Colds may also cause congestion, but are more likely to include a sore throat, body aches, fever or a generally unwell feeling.
Try to reduce your exposure to pollen, use allergy treatments correctly, and ask your pharmacist for advice if you are unsure about your symptoms.
Seek urgent medical care if you experience difficulty breathing, severe wheezing, facial swelling, or rapidly worsening symptoms.

23/09/2026

EALTHY WEIGHT & WELLNESS RESET
🥬 Spring is a good time to reset your health routine — without quick fixes or extreme promises. Small, realistic changes can make a meaningful difference.
Focus on balanced meals, regular movement, enough water, good sleep, and steady progress.
Your pharmacy may also assist with nutritional support, fibre products, meal-replacement options, health checks and professional advice on suitable weight-management products.
Speak to our team for practical guidance and suitable support for your health and wellness goals.
Weight-management products are not suitable for everyone. Consult your pharmacist or healthcare professional before starting a new supplement or weight-management programme, particularly if you have a medical condition or use chronic medication.

16/09/2026

SPRING ENERGY & VITALITY SUPPORT
💫 Ready for a fresh start this spring?
As the weather gets warmer, many people begin exercising again, spending more time outdoors and working towards healthier daily routines.
Support your spring reset with suitable vitamins, minerals, hydration products and nutritional support.
Remember that ongoing tiredness can have many causes and should not simply be treated with supplements.
Speak to our team about suitable support for your energy, hydration, and active lifestyle needs.
Supplements do not replace a balanced diet, adequate sleep or medical care. Consult your pharmacist or healthcare professional if tiredness is persistent, severe or unexplained.

09/09/2026

🌼 SPRING ALLERGY RELIEF ESSENTIALS
Spring is here — and so is allergy season!
Sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, itchy eyes, and throat irritation can make it difficult to enjoy the warmer weather.
Your pharmacy can assist with a selection of spring allergy care products, including saline nasal sprays and rinses, suitable eye-care products, and other allergy relief options.
Speak to our team about the most suitable allergy relief options for you and your family.
Product availability may vary. Always use medicines as directed and consult your pharmacist if symptoms persist or worsen.

26/08/2026

AWARENESS CAMPAIGN; PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CHECKS MATTER:
🩺Feeling well does not always mean that everything is within a healthy range.
Conditions such as high blood pressure, raised cholesterol and high blood glucose may develop without obvious symptoms.
📝Keep a record of your results, take prescribed medication correctly and follow up with your doctor or healthcare professional when advised.
Knowing your numbers is an important step towards protecting your future health.