With this also comes a different healthcare challenge - hayfever. Hayfever is an allergic reaction to pollen. Pollen is a fine powder released by plants. Hayfever is quite a common allergic reaction which can affect as many as 30% of the world's population. Allergies that result in hayfever...

The weather is improving and the days are getting longer, sure signs that summer is on its way, for many of us it can bring misery in the form of hayfever. Here at the Riverside Pharmacy we can advise on the right medication to help relieve the symptoms. Come in and see our staff and Pharmacists...

Our Pharmacist Chris Mulimba now offers the new Consult and Treat service. This is a method of getting private prescriptions (charges will apply) for some conditions if you can't see your GP. For more information please got to the following...

As you may have read in the news that statins have an important role in reducing cardiovascular risks depending on your age, sex, weight and lifestyle. If you think that they may be of benefit to you or need further information about statins come in and have a chat with our pharmacists.

Sometimes we can think that something isn't serious enough to bother the doctor with but you would still like some advice, here at The Riverside Pharmacy we can help. Our staff can help with finding the right medication for your symptoms, give advice about treating your symptoms and also tell you...

Christmas is now finished for another year and your thoughts may be on the approaching new year. You may now be thinking about your New Year resolutions. Here at The Riverside Pharmacy we can help you make a start with some of your New Year's resolutions. We offer: HEALTH ADVICE WEIGHT...

We would like to wish all our customers A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.

Here at the Riverside Pharmacy our pharmacists can supply emergency contraception. The cost of this to buy in store is £25 or free with a prescription. The person requiring this service must attend the pharmacy in person, it can not be supplied to a third party. This is a fully confidential...

We shall be open over the Christmas period. Christmas Day 10am-11am Boxing Day 10am-6pm New Year's Day 10am-6pm All other times as normal Monday-Saturday 7am-10pm Sunday 10am-8pm

Not had your flu vaccination this year? Call in to find out more about this service or to book an appointment. You can contact us on 01529 301830 or email customercare@theriverside pharmacy.co.uk. We are open Monday -Saturday 7am-10pm Sunday 10am-8pm

The National Pharmacy Association's 'Ask Your Pharmacist Week' has now come to an end, that doesn't mean you can't still ask your pharmacist. Come in and speak to us about Your mediction Minor health concerns Smoking cessation Flu vaccination Travel advice Managing repeat...

Worried about side effects? A side effectis an unintendedreactionthat occurs to a medicine at doses normally used for treatment that, in some cases, can cause harm to a patient. All medicines can cause side effects, also known as adverse drug reactions (ADRs), which can range in severity from...

Medicines Use Review If you are taking two or more prescribed medicines for a long term condition, the NHS Medicines Use Review, also known as a medicine check up or medicine MOT is another free NHS service that can help you get maximum benefit from your medicines. This service is available...

Maintaining a healthy weight Your local pharmacy team can help you to maintain a healthy weight by providing you with: Information on the risks of being overweight and obese Tips and advice on diet and exercise Information on fitness classes in your area Healthy eating and nutritional...

The New Medicine Service If you are prescribed a new medicine for the first time for either an existing or newly-diagnosed health problem, you may be able to get extra help and advice about your medicine from your local pharmacist through a free scheme called The New Medicine Service (NMS),...

Stopping smoking More than 400 people quit smoking every month with the help of NHS counselling in community pharmacies. As well as being in a position to advise on the most appropriate form of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), they will be able to share with you the benefit of their...

The stoptober campaign will soon be coming to an end. Do you have a success story? Leave us a comment to tell us your story. It would be great to hear from you and you might inspire someone to give it a go! Thinking about giving up smoking but not sure where to start come in and see us. We can...

The Riverside Pharmacy will be supporting the Sleaford Stay Local Campaign. We shall be offering 10% discount on all full price non prescription items. If you pre book to have a flu vaccination on that day, you will also recieve 10% discount on the cost, which is usually £8.99. We also...

You may have heard about E-Cigarettes in the news, but what are they? Electronic cigarettes are an alternative to real cigarettes but in theory have less side effects. You can get them as disposable or rechargeable. Disposable E-Cigarettes have a limited life and once used a new one is...

In this edition of the blog we are going to look at coughs and colds, what they are, how to deal with them and why you should see your Pharmacist. Coughs and Colds As winter draws near the incidence of coughs and colds will unfortunately rise. Coughing is the body's natural reaction to get...