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Travel Health

Travel Vaccinations for Turkey: What to Get Before You Go

Turkey is a popular holiday destination for Wakefield travellers. Here is what you should know about travel vaccinations and health precautions before your trip.

26 May 2025·6 min read
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Pharmacy First

How to Get Treatment for a Urinary Tract Infection at Your Wakefield Pharmacy

UTIs are uncomfortable and disruptive. Thanks to Pharmacy First, eligible women in Wakefield can now get treatment at the pharmacy without waiting for a GP appointment.

22 May 2025·9 min read
Pharmacist explaining a new medication to a patient
Pharmacy Services

How the New Medicine Service (NMS) Helps You Start a New Medication

Starting a new medication can feel daunting. The New Medicine Service offers free pharmacist support to help Wakefield residents during those first few weeks.

19 May 2025·7 min read
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Seasonal

Flu Season in Wakefield: Who Should Get the Flu Jab?

Flu season returns every year, and certain groups are more at risk than others. Here is what Wakefield residents need to know about the flu jab and who is eligible.

15 May 2025·7 min read
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Prescription Tips

A Complete Guide to the NHS App for Managing Your Prescriptions

The NHS App lets you order repeat prescriptions, view your medical record, and manage your nominated pharmacy. Here is how Wakefield residents can make the most of it.

12 May 2025·8 min read
Traveller looking at the Taj Mahal in India
Travel Health

Which Vaccinations Do You Need for India? A Wakefield Traveller's Guide

Heading to India? Here is what Wakefield travellers need to know about recommended vaccinations and travel health preparation before your trip.

8 May 2025·7 min read
Pharmacist in consultation with a patient in a private room
Pharmacy First

7 Conditions You Can Treat at a Pharmacy Without Seeing a GP

Did you know your pharmacist can now treat seven common conditions with prescription-strength medication — no GP appointment needed? Here is what Wakefield residents should know.

5 May 2025·9 min read
Pharmacist performing a blood pressure check on a patient
Pharmacy Services

A Guide to NHS Blood Pressure Checks at Your Wakefield Pharmacy

High blood pressure often has no symptoms. Here is how Wakefield residents can get a free NHS blood pressure check at their local pharmacy.

1 May 2025·8 min read
Person walking through a Wakefield park during pollen season
Seasonal

A Wakefield Guide to Surviving Hay Fever Season

Hay fever affects millions of people across the UK every year. Here is what Wakefield residents should know about managing symptoms through the pollen season.

28 April 2025·11 min read
Patient collecting a prescription from the pharmacy counter in Wakefield
Prescription Tips

How to Nominate Kingfisher Pharmacy for Your NHS Prescriptions

Nominating a pharmacy means your NHS prescriptions are sent directly to us, ready for collection. Here is how Wakefield residents can set it up in minutes.

24 April 2025·9 min read
Passport and vaccination record on a table before travelling
Travel Health

A Complete Guide to Travel Vaccinations in Wakefield

Planning a trip abroad? Here is what Wakefield travellers need to know about travel vaccinations, where to get them, and how to prepare.

21 April 2025·8 min read
Pharmacist consulting with a patient about Pharmacy First in Wakefield
Pharmacy First

What Is Pharmacy First? A Complete Guide for Wakefield Residents

Pharmacy First lets you get NHS treatment for common conditions without a GP appointment. Here is everything Wakefield residents need to know about how the service works.

17 April 2025·7 min read
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Prescription Tips

How to Manage Repeat Prescriptions Online in Wakefield

A step-by-step guide to ordering repeat prescriptions online, nominating Kingfisher Pharmacy, and getting your medication with less hassle.

14 April 2025·8 min read
Thailand travel destination with temples
Travel Health

Which Vaccinations Do I Need Before Travelling to Thailand?

Planning a trip to Thailand? Here is a guide to the vaccinations that are routinely recommended and those to consider depending on your itinerary.

10 April 2025·7 min read
Pharmacist consulting with a patient in Wakefield
Pharmacy First

When to Use Pharmacy First Instead of Booking a GP Appointment

Since 2024, NHS Pharmacy First lets you get treatment for seven common conditions without a GP appointment. Here is how the service works in Wakefield.

7 April 2025·6 min read