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Monthly Archives: April 2021

  1. What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Smoking?

    What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Smoking?

    If you are a smoker, you may feel discouraged at the thought of quitting. You may continue to smoke because you feel you have already damaged your body beyond repair. This is simply not true. You also may be fearful of the side effects of sudden smoking cessation. Whilst there can be some side effects such as nausea, cravings for nicotine and increased appetite, side effects are usually short-lived and can be overcome with the right support. If you are looking for stop smoking services in Mitcham then contact Pearl Chemist Group for fast and effective support.

    Stop Smoking for Your Body

    The health benefits of quitting smoking are numerous and can be felt immediately. Within half a day of quitting smoking, your heart rate returns to normal, your circulation

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  2. How Do Repeat Prescriptions Work?

    How Do Repeat Prescriptions Work?

    If you are still visiting or phoning the GP each month every time you need your medications re-ordered, and are taking the same meds and same dosage each month, you may want to consider NHS repeat prescription services.

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  3. 10 Ways to Motivate Yourself Towards Weight Loss

    10 Ways to Motivate Yourself Towards Weight Loss

    Finding the right motivation to lose weight is never easy, especially in the winter months when a glass of wine or a sweet treat is a far more tempting prospect than going to the gym or going for a run. You may not know but pharmacies can help you with weight loss motivation and Pearl Chemist Group offers a weight management service in the pharmacy. This weight management service is available in Tooting and we also have an adult weight management service in Tolworth.

    How to Get Motivated to Exercise?

    Weight loss motivation is very challenging- it’s alright when you are up and running and feel better about yourself but getting started is the biggest obstacle for most people.

    Motivation is complex and varies from person to person but there are some common principles that apply across the board.

    • Determine why you want to lose weight
    • Have r
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  4. How to Take Care of Curly Hair

    How to Take Care of Curly Hair

    If you have curly hair, it can be a constant struggle to tame your mane. Whether you have thick or thin hair, tight or loose curls, finding the right grooming and styling routine is essential. Minimize bad hair days by establishing a curly hair care routine that works.

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  5. Why is Weight Management Important?

    Why is Weight Management Important?

    In addition to looking good, the importance of maintaining a healthy weight extends to physical and mental health. Healthy weight lowers the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and high blood pressure and cancer. The benefits of weight management also extend to mental health. Being overweight can contribute to poor mental health. Clinical depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders can be worsened by excess weight. The importance of weight management cannot be overstated and encompasses many aspects of life such as stress, sleep and exercise as well as diet. Many people struggle with weight management and need some extra support. Pearl Chemist group offers weight loss management services for adults in London and the UK

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  6. How the Flu Vaccine Works?

    How the Flu Vaccine Works?

    As the COVID vaccine program is increasingly more successful here in the UK, it remains important to be vigilant about not catching flu. Flu can be very serious, even requiring hospital treatment. It is best to practice prevention by getting vaccinated for flu. The Flu vaccine is safe for all ages to use and can prevent hospital visits, decrease symptoms or completely prevent flu. If you are looking for the Flu vaccination in earls field, you can book online through the Pearl Chemist Group website.

    How do influenza vaccines work?

    The flu vaccine is a safe and effective vaccine that causes antibodies to develop about two weeks after vaccination. It is made to protect against the three or four most common strains of the flu, which is determined by

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  7. How Early Can I Order a Repeat Prescription?

    How Early Can I Order a Repeat Prescription?

    Repeat prescriptions are an easy and convenient way to be sure that any regular medications you take are re-ordered and available for you when you are due them. If you have internet access, you can open up an account with us online and nominate Pearl Chemist as your dispensary of choice with your GP surgery.

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  8. The Difference Between PCR, Antigen and Antibody Tests

    The Difference Between PCR, Antigen and Antibody Tests

    In these unprecedented times, it’s important to have regular COVID-19 tests to help prevent the spread of disease. As life returns to a sense of normality, there are different types of COVID-19 tests that are required going forward. It is difficult to figure out what test you need and where to get them. Pearl Chemist Group has information, guidance and testing available for all different types of COVID-19 tests

    What are the different types of COVID-19 Tests?

    There are currently two different types of COVID-19 tests and these are:

    • Diagnostic tests which look for active Coronavirus infection in your mucus or saliva
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  9. What Causes Fungal Infection on the Skin?

    What Causes Fungal Infection on the Skin?

    Fungal skin infections can be uncomfortable and unsightly. They are very common and can be spread between people and from animals, the soil, contaminated items or floors. The causes of fungal skin infections are varied.

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  10. Will the COVID Vaccine be Mandatory for International Travel?

    Will the COVID Vaccine be Mandatory for International Travel?

    As the UK eases restrictions, there will be vaccination and testing requirements going forward. In the UK, there is talk of the vaccine passport, the EU a digital green certificate, the Common Pass in Switzerland and the Common Trust Network in the USA. It can be confusing staying on top of all the latest information. For peace of mind and ease of process, you can visit the PCG Travel Clinic in Wimbledon or Kingston Upon Thames for up-to-date travel, vaccine and COVID-19 testing requirements.

    From 17 May 2021, the UK government will allow international travel in accordance with a traffic light system. Simultaneously, governments around the world are setting out requirements for visitors.

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