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Pharmacy Services

How Your Pharmacy Can Help Manage Long-Term Conditions

Living with a long-term health condition means ongoing management. Here is how your Wakefield pharmacy can support you alongside your GP.

10 July 2025·8 min read
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Seasonal

Back to School Health Checklist for Wakefield Parents

Getting the kids ready for a new school year involves more than just uniforms and stationery. Here is a health checklist for Wakefield parents to consider before September.

7 July 2025·8 min read
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Prescription Tips

How to Order Repeat Prescriptions Without Visiting Your GP

Ordering repeat prescriptions does not have to mean phoning the surgery and waiting on hold. Here are the different ways Wakefield patients can order their regular medication.

3 July 2025·8 min read
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Travel Health

Travel Health Guide for Vietnam: Vaccinations and Precautions

Vietnam is an increasingly popular destination for UK travellers. Here is what Wakefield residents should know about travel vaccinations and health precautions.

30 June 2025·9 min read
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Pharmacy First

How Pharmacy First Treats Earache in Adults and Children

Earache can be painful and distressing, especially for young children. Here is how Pharmacy First helps Wakefield families get treatment without waiting for a GP.

26 June 2025·8 min read
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Pharmacy Services

What Is a Medication Review and Why It Matters

A medication review is a chance to check that your medicines are still working for you. Here is what Wakefield residents need to know about why it matters.

23 June 2025·8 min read
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Seasonal

Sun Safety Tips: Protecting Your Skin This Summer

Enjoying the sunshine safely is important for everyone. Here are practical sun safety tips for Wakefield residents heading into the summer months.

19 June 2025·7 min read
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Prescription Tips

What to Do When Your Prescription Medicine Is Out of Stock

Medicine shortages can be worrying. Here is what Wakefield patients should know about why they happen and what steps to take if your medication is unavailable.

16 June 2025·8 min read
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Travel Health

Heading to Kenya? The Travel Vaccinations You Should Consider

Kenya is a bucket-list destination for many Wakefield travellers. Here is what you need to know about vaccinations and travel health preparation before your trip.

12 June 2025·7 min read
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Pharmacy First

Sore Throat? Your Wakefield Pharmacy Can Help Without a GP Visit

A sore throat is one of the most common reasons for a GP visit — but you may not need one. Here is how Pharmacy First can help Wakefield residents get treatment faster.

9 June 2025·8 min read
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Pharmacy Services

Smoking Cessation at Kingfisher Pharmacy: Your Options Explained

Thinking about quitting smoking? Here is what Wakefield residents need to know about the support available at their local pharmacy.

5 June 2025·10 min read
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Seasonal

How to Stay Healthy During Winter in Wakefield: Cold and Flu Tips

Winter in Wakefield brings cold weather and a rise in seasonal illnesses. Here are practical tips to help you and your family stay well through the colder months.

2 June 2025·8 min read
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Prescription Tips

How Electronic Prescriptions Work: EPS Explained Simply

The Electronic Prescription Service sends your prescriptions directly from your GP to your pharmacy. Here is how it works and what it means for Wakefield patients.

29 May 2025·8 min read
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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