Ackers Chemists

Contraceptive services

If you are worried that the contraception you have used might have failed, or if you have had sex without using contraception, you may decide you want to use the ‘morning after pill’ or emergency hormonal contraception (EHC) as an emergency measure. To be effective EHC needs to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. Ask to speak, in confidence, with our pharmacist, they will be able to advise if EHC is suitable for you.
If we can’t help you, then we will make sure we refer you to someone who can.

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Health check services

Do you know whether your blood pressure is high, low, or just right? Often there are no obvious symptoms, but if you have high blood pressure, then it can lead to other health problems in the long-term. This is why we provide a free blood pressure testing service, which takes just a few moments. It is quick, easy, pain-free, and if your results show your blood pressure is higher, or lower, than average, then we can provide instant advice and guidance on the next steps you need to take.

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Injection and vaccination services

Are you worried about catching flu? Perhaps you are concerned about having time off work, or maybe you want to make sure you don’t pass it on to the more vulnerable members of your family. Whatever the reason, having a vaccination against this year’s strain of seasonal flu can give you protection and peace of mind.
We don’t want to keep you waiting – so check with a member of the pharmacy team to find out if you need to book in advance.

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Pharmacy NHS service: medicine use review (MUR) service

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Pharmacy NHS service: minor ailments service

Are you feeling a bit under the weather? Perhaps you suffer from hay fever, or maybe you are struggling with a persistent cough, cold or headache? These are just some of the minor ailments our pharmacy team can help you with – without you having to visit your GP surgery. There are so many over-the-counter medicines and remedies available, but sometimes it can be confusing knowing which one might be best for you.
So, call in anytime – no appointment needed - and talk to our pharmacist – they are ready and waiting to help you..

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Pharmacy services

FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICE
Quick – easy – worry-free Are you running out of your regular medicines? Are you worried about finding time to call in to your local surgery? Don’t worry, we can help! Bring your repeat prescription request into our pharmacy and we will do the rest.
We will liaise with your GP and then prepare the medicines you need. After that the choice is yours – we can let you know when they are ready for collection – or you can choose to have a free delivery directly to your door.

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Sexual health services

Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed sexually-transmitted infection in the UK and you don’t need to have had lots of sexual partners to be at risk. For most people chlamydia has no symptoms, so you probably won't know if you or your partner(s) have it without having a test.
Our pharmacy works within the national chlamydia testing and treatment service, providing confidential screening. If you are worried that you are at risk of chlamydia infection, then just ask to speak to our pharmacist in confidence and put your mind at rest.

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Stop smoking services

We understand how difficult it is to conquer the craving and addiction that comes with smoking. That is why we can support you, not only with nicotine replacement therapy, but with regular one-to-one appointments, providing encouragement and advice along the way.
Take the first step by talking to a member of our pharmacy team today.

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Weight loss services

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