Health news, from our pharmacy team.
Practical guidance and health news from the Muirend team — covering common conditions, pharmacy services, and how to get the most out of NHS and private care.
Articles
What can Pharmacy First Scotland help with?
The conditions Pharmacy First covers, how to access it, and what to expect at a walk-in appointment.
When should I see a prescribing pharmacist?
Prescribing pharmacists can do more than dispense. A guide to the clinical role and when it's the right first call.
How does 24/7 prescription collection work?
Pharmaself24 explained — registration, how to use it, and why it exists.
What happens at a travel clinic appointment?
A guide to the pre-travel consultation at Muirend — what we assess, what we recommend, and what to bring.
How early should I book travel vaccines?
Timing matters for travel health. This guide explains which vaccines need advance planning and which can wait.
What happens at a blood pressure check?
Blood pressure checks at Muirend are free and take about ten minutes. Here's what to expect and what your numbers mean.
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