Unfortunately, vomiting and diarrhoea are quite common in babies, children and adults. This is why we really need to know what to do if...

The short answer is no, you do not need to spend lots of money on supplements this winter. The only thing you do not get enough of in...

Ever had lots going on, like Christmas parties, weddings… you name it, and out of nowhere, a dreaded cold sore appears? Cold sores are a...

Got an important appointment coming up with a consultant/doctor? Going to the pharmacy to collect your medicines? Whenever you go to see...

1. What is a normal cholesterol level? Why is lower cholesterol better? Recommended cholesterol levels are as follows: The reason we...

What is Psoriasis? Basically in psoriasis (sore-aye-asis), the life cycle of the skin cells decreases in time, and hence skin cells are...

Realised you are about to travel, and not prepared for if you become sick while abroad? What can you even take in your hand luggage? This...

What is a UTI? What do I do if I think I have one? Often in the pharmacy, people will complain of symptoms of a UTI, the symptoms of...

Hello friends! As you may have seen, last week I did a post on contraceptive options, and focussed on the different types of...

This post describes the best ways to ensure exam success, and stamina during examinations, especially the leaving and junior certificate.

Hey guys 😊 I am a huge huge supporter of efforts to have smoking-free campuses, and would love if all public areas were smoke free, and...

SPF, tanning beds and skin cancer are really important topics to discuss, especially at this time of year when people go outside more.

I thought it might be helpful to do a little post about donating blood, just to shed some light on the process involved, and to help make...

Hayfever vs summer cold - different symptoms and treatments

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What’s the deal with codeine? Why all the questions? Read on to find out! New regulations regarding over the counter products containing...

Also known as Recurrent Major Depression with Seasonal Pattern, Seasonal Affective Disorder or S.A.D., as it has been termed, is a form...

Nike are not wrong when they say 'Just Do It'. My honest opinion on how people try to start into fitness these days is that they look...

Traveller's diarrhoea? Vomiting bug? Constipated? Come back with a cold? These are all common complaints heard in a pharmacy every day,...