Health Promotion Zone

At Brunswick pharmacy, we are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients and the wider community.
Our team can provide advice on a range of health topics and help signpost you to trusted NHS resources.

Community pharmacies play an important role in helping people maintain good health, prevent illness, and access the
right healthcare services when they need them.

If you would like personalised advice, please speak to a member of our pharmacy team.

Healthy Living Advice

Stop Smoking Support

Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. Smoking increases the risk of heart disease,
stroke, lung disease, and many cancers.

Our pharmacy team can provide advice and support to help you quit.

Visit the NHS Stop Smoking Support Page

Healthy Eating

Eating a balanced diet can help you maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic illness, and improve your
overall wellbeing.

• Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables
• Choose wholegrain foods
• Reduce sugar and salt intake
• Limit saturated fats

Learn more about healthy eating on the NHS website

Physical Activity

Regular exercise is important for maintaining physical and mental health. Adults should aim to do at least
150 minutes of moderate exercise each week.

• Improves heart health
• Helps maintain a healthy weight
• Supports mental wellbeing
• Reduces the risk of long-term health conditions

Learn more about staying active

Medicines Advice

Taking Your Medicines Safely

It is important to take your medicines exactly as prescribed. If you have any questions about your medication, our
pharmacy team is here to help.

• How and when to take your medicine
• Possible side effects
• Interactions with other medicines
• Support with inhaler technique or new medicines

Read more about medicines on the NHS website

Antibiotic Awareness

Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections but do not work for viral infections such as colds or flu.
Using antibiotics incorrectly can lead to antibiotic resistance.

• Only take antibiotics prescribed for you
• Always complete the full course
• Never share antibiotics with others

Learn more about antibiotics

Managing Common Conditions

Pharmacies can offer advice and treatment for many common health concerns.

• Coughs and colds
• Hay fever and allergies
• Minor infections
• Skin conditions
• Digestive issues

If your symptoms require further care, we will help direct you to the most appropriate NHS service.

View NHS information on common conditions

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Looking after your mental health is just as important as your physical health. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety,
or low mood, support is available.

Visit the NHS Mental Health Support Page

If you need urgent help with your mental health, please contact NHS 111.

NHS Health Services

Pharmacies are part of the wider NHS healthcare network and can help you access the right care.

• Minor illness advice
• Medicines support
• Health checks
• Healthy lifestyle advice
• Signposting to local NHS services

Find NHS services near you

Speak to Our Pharmacy Team

Our trained pharmacy team is here to support you with confidential healthcare advice.

If you have questions about your health, medicines, or NHS services, please contact us for guidance.