This article provides general information about the NHS Pharmacy First service. It does not constitute clinical advice. The pharmacist will assess individual suitability for Pharmacy First treatment at the time of consultation. Reviewed by: Alisha Pharmacy GPhC registration number: 2040417 Waiting weeks for a GP appointment when you feel unwell
This article is for general information only. It does not constitute medical advice. If your symptoms are severe, persistent or affecting your daily life, please speak to a pharmacist or your GP. Reviewed by: Alisha Pharmacy GPhC registration number: 2040417 Spring is here, and so are the sneezes. But not
It often starts with something small. You stand up, take a step, and suddenly feel a wave of lightheadedness that makes you stop and steady yourself. For many pregnant women, moments like this become a quiet but worrying part of everyday life. Low blood pressure in pregnancy is surprisingly common and can
Sometimes it only takes a few seconds for a normal day to turn into a question that will not leave your mind. Did it work? What now? For thousands of people across the UK, this moment happens every year. In fact, NHS England data shows that emergency contraception was provided
Rabies is often thought of as a distant risk, yet it remains one of the deadliest infections in the world. According to figures referenced by UK public health guidance, rabies still causes around 59,000 deaths globally each year, mostly from preventable exposures while travelling. For people planning trips abroad or working closely
Not all pregnancy risks come with obvious warning signs. High blood pressure is one of the most concerning because it can develop quietly, without pain or discomfort. NHS data shows that around 1 in 10 pregnancies in the UK are affected by high blood pressure or related conditions. Understanding what
Flu rarely announces itself as something serious. It often starts with tiredness, a sore throat, or a child coming home from school feeling a bit off. Yet behind those familiar symptoms sits a winter pattern that quietly sends tens of thousands of people to hospital across the UK every year.
