Providing you advice and guidance that gives you control and the answers you need about your health and wellbeing.
16/07/2025
Any Further NHS Services You May Need At The Family Chemist, our mission goes beyond simply dispensing prescriptions; we’re committed to supporting your wider health and well-being. While we’re always here to provide guidance and medication, we understand that your health needs may sometimes require more specialist support. That’s where signposting comes in. It’s one […]
14/07/2025
Does Dirty Hair Grow Faster? One of the most persistent myths floating around hair care on social media is that dirty hair grows faster. But before you’re tempted to skip your next wash or two in hopes of speeding up hair growth, let’s explore whether there’s any truth to this claim, and what you can […]
11/07/2025
Ordering your Regular Medication Prescriptions Ordering your repeat NHS prescriptions has never been easier. At The Family Chemist, we streamline the entire process so you can get your regular medications quickly and hassle-free. By nominating us as your pharmacy, your GP can send your electronic prescriptions directly to us. This lets you reorder your repeat […]
09/07/2025
How NHS Prescription Dispensing Works with Our Online Pharmacy We’re proud to launch our new NHS prescription dispensing service at The Family Chemist. This service offers a convenient, simple, and secure way for you to receive your medication. You don’t have to leave the comfort of your home. Whether you’re managing a long-term condition, or […]
07/07/2025
Does Mounjaro Cause Hair Loss? Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a medication that’s become increasingly popular for weight loss and weight management. Working by mimicking two hormones (GLP-1 and GIP) that help regulate blood sugar levels, slow digestion, and reduce appetite. Many people have seen impressive results with Mounjaro weight loss injections, but as the number on […]
04/07/2025
Is Stress to Blame for Rising Erectile Dysfunction? Although often associated with age, erectile dysfunction is often caused by other physical and psychological factors; and increasingly stress is recognised as a significant factor. With the pressures of modern life, from work deadlines to financial worries, stresses are unavoidable. But how does stress contribute to […]
02/07/2025
Sleep and Testosterone: The Important Link Between the Two We’ve always been told that sleep is important, but what do we really know about its link to our hormones? And specifically, the hormone testosterone? Testosterone plays a huge part in men’s health, and it’s important to understand how sleep and testosterone production are connected to […]
30/06/2025
Liraglutide: A Convenient Daily Injection for Weight Loss Tracking weekly injection days can sometimes be a challenge. Why not try Liraglutide; the new daily weight loss injection? Liraglutide is the latest weight loss injection to hit the market. Working similarly to other weight loss injections, the Liraglutide pen mimics the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone in […]
27/06/2025
Hay Fever When It Rains: Why Wet Weather Doesn’t Always Mean Relief Hay Fever season is here, and for many sufferers rain can feel like a temporary (or in Britain, frequent) relief from sneezing fits and itchy eyes. However, the relationship between hay fever and rain is a little more complicated than it appears. While […]
