€2,000 Raised For Charity Thank You for Your Support
All the team in Carrigtwohill Pharmacy would like to extend a massive thank you to all those wonderfully generous people who supported and sponsored Ger who completed the Cork City Marathon during the June Bank Holiday weekend. (In style might we add).
This marathon was very special as Ger was running in aid of Cork Simon Community & Shine Ireland. Both are very worthwhile charities and all the donations made were greatly appreciated and will help to make a valuable difference to these charities.
We are delighted to announce that we raised an incredible €2,000! This amazing amount made all of Ger’s aches and pains after the marathon all worth it.
Irish Pharmacy Union issue warning to parents on health risks when giving medicines to children
16 June 2014: Pharmacists today highlighted the need for parents to be extremely careful about giving medicine to children and to always seek the advice of their pharmacist first to determine the correct medicine and the correct dose appropriate to their child’s age and symptoms. Pharmacists are warning never to give a child a medicine that is meant for an adult and never give a child two types of medications which contain the same ingredients to avoid a possible overdose or dangerous interaction. Pharmacists also warned about the dangers of providing medicines to young children in order to sedate them during long journeys or get them to sleep at night.
Bernard Duggan, Pharmacist and Honorary Treasurer of the IPU, said, “It is important to ensure the safe use of both over-the-counter and prescription medicines as some medicines are only suitable for adults and not for children. Medicine dosages for children should be adjusted according to the age and weight of the child. Too little medication can be ineffective and too much medication can be harmful. Also, different medications have different concentrations of ingredients. The best approach is to ask your pharmacist first for advice.”
The following advice is a guideline for parents when giving medicine to a child:
• Do not use medicines to put children to sleep during long journeys or at night.
• Be sure you are giving the right medicine and the right amount. Check with your pharmacist first.
• Read and follow the directions on the label. Never give the medicine more frequently than recommended by your pharmacist or doctor.
• Always use a 5ml spoon or dosage syringe provided with the medication. Never guess the dose.
• Follow age and weight limit recommendations. If the label says don’t give to children under a certain age or weight, don’t do it.
• Make sure the child takes all of the medicine each time it is given.
• Check with the pharmacist first before chilling or crushing medicine as this could alter the effectiveness of some medicines.
• Do not give aspirin to children under 16, unless it is specifically prescribed by a doctor.
• Store medicines in a cool dry place and well out of the reach of children, preferably in a safe location.
Parents are also advised to always inform their pharmacist if their child has any allergies or is taking any other medication.
“If a parent notices any adverse side effects having given their child medication (other than that outlined by their pharmacist) such as a rash, hives, vomiting or diarrhoea or has trouble breathing or swallowing, they should seek immediate medical assistance,”concluded Mr Duggan.
Article Via IPU
Carrigtwohill Community Council Strollers Plus+ Programme
We would like to take the opportunity tell all our customers in the Carrigtwohill community of a fantastic programme called the Strollers Plus + Programme, which is aimed at low level walkers with a view to preparing them to participate in the Carrigtwohill 5km Road race, which is being held on the 16 th July 2014.
The programme will take place every Tuesday 7.30pm – 8.30pm from 10th June to 15th July. The meeting point will be outside the front door of the Carrigtwohill Community Centre. There is a €10 participation fee for the programme.
This is a very worthy programme to be involved in as the participation fee will be put towards the purchase of a Community AED. The purchase of the AED is extremely important and will help to promote and secure the health and well-being of our community.
Everyone here in Carrigtwohill Pharmacy is delighted to promote the Strollers Plus+ Programme, as we are committed to helping the community live healthier and happier lives. Walking and running has many physical and mental health benefits and we would encourage as many of our customers as possible to get involved and get active. For more information on the benefits of walking, have a look at the link;
https://www.irishheart.ie/iopen24/walking-benefits-tips-t-8_197_200_208_525.html
As many of you also know, our very own Ger Browne is an experienced and enthusiastic runner and has completed numerous marathons. He would love to share his passion and knowledge with anyone who would like to get involved with the Stroller Plus+ Programme. So if you sign up, pop in and share your experiences with us.
If you would like to register to take part in the programme telephone Colin on 0879867596. More information
Please be aware that places are limited to 15 adults, so don’t delay signing up!
Positive Changes for Carrigtwohill Pharmacy
Hi Everyone,
Here at Carrigtwohill Pharmacy, we take great pride offering excellent customer service and unrivalled care. We are always looking for ways to improve and to make customer experiences in our pharmacy even better. We have recently conducted extensive research on our opening times and the needs of our customers. The results of our analysis have shown that over a prolonged period of time, there has been a consistent drop in the number of customers frequenting Carrigtwohill Pharmacy between the hours of 8 – 9 pm on Mondays the night we stay open late.
Acknowledging the results and listening to the thoughts and opinions of our loyal customers, we are considering reducing the opening times of the pharmacy on Monday to 8 pm. We are also considering relocating this extra hour to a day or days (extra half an hour over two days) that all our customers will get the most benefit from.
Please leave your invaluable feedback in the comment box below or alternatively leave a comment on facebook, to help us decide whether this will be a positive change for the pharmacy and to see when YOU would like this extra time to be located. We are committed to building a service that is designed to make life easier for our customers and to ensure they get the service they want and deserve. All thoughts and opinions are warmly welcomed.
IPN Awards Pictures
Well we didn’t win but we enjoyed ourselves anyway and were very proud to represent the people of Carrigtwohill. It was the most important award to on the night as i was nominated the wonderful customers of Carrigtwohill Pharmacy.
Ger nominated for the People’s Pharmacist of the Year Award
We are thrilled to announce, that our very own Ger Browne has been nominated for the People’s Pharmacist of the Year Award in the Irish Pharmacy News’ Irish Pharmacy Awards 2014 (http://www.pharmacynewsireland.com/irishpharmacyawards2014.html). The event is taking place on Saturday, May 24th in the Hilton DoubleTree Hotel in Dublin and will be hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan.
The awards serve as a platform for the pharmacy industry’s professionals to be saluted for their innovation, determination and pursuit of excellence.
The People’s Pharmacist of the Year Award, is a very special award as it is sponsored and supported by the Jack and Jill Foundation (http://www.jackandjill.ie/). This is an incredibly worthwhile charity who provides nursing care and support for children with severe neurological development issues, as well as offering some respite to the parents and families. The foundation also provides direct funding to families, enabling them to buy home respite care. The foundation almost exclusively relies on donations to give these families the crucial help and support they deserve and need. Ger and all the team at Carrigtwohill Pharmacy are both honoured and proud to have one of our own family in the Pharmacy nominated for an award associated with such an amazing charity.
The nature of the People’s Pharmacist of the Year award is unique as it is aimed at giving the public a unique opportunity to nominate and praise their local pharmacist through Facebook and online. This promotion gives the public throughout Ireland a chance to share their stories of individual pharmacists and pharmacy businesses that have gone the extra mile for them, whilst further highlighting to an even wider-reaching audience awareness of this exceptional profession.
The judges are looking for a pharmacist that has an outstanding relationship with the community, gives unparalleled advice and goes beyond the call of duty for their patients and customers. We feel Ger has all these traits and qualities and more. Everyday he treats all his customers and their families as if they are his own and instills in all the team the desire to deliver excellence in customer service at all times and ensure all our customers receive all the advice and help they need. (But we don’t let Ger know how amazing he is too often, just incase his head gets a little too big and we couldn’t be having that 😉 )
Ger is absolutely delighted and humbled to be nominated for such a prestigious award, along with so many excellent pharmacists throughout Ireland. He hopes to represent Carrigtwohill Pharmacy and all the Carrigtwohill Community as best as he possibly can. Plus, he looks for any old excuse to brush the dust of the old tuxedo for a night of glitz and glamour.
Ger would personally like to thank all the wonderful people in Carrigtwohill and the further community who took the time and effort to nominate him. He was really taken aback by all your kindness and support. It means so much to him to know that so many of Carrigtwohill Pharmacy’s customers value and are happy with the pharmacy’s service as we pride ourself on being “Your Family Pharmacy”. We promise to continue to
All the team at Carrigtwohill Pharmacy would like to wish Ger the very best of luck on Saturday at the awards. Enjoy every second of it. Win or not, we are all extremely proud of him.
Go team Ger!
Get Active 6 Week Challenge
The ‘Get Active Challenge’ will consist of 6 fitness classes designed for women. These will take place on Thursdays 6.30pm – 7.30pm from 22 May to 26 June at the Carrigtwohill All Weather Pitch. The programme offers women the opportunity to get active in a fun and supportive setting.
The cost of the programme is €35.00. To book your place visit www.corksports.ie. For further details contact Claire on 021 4665083.
Carrigtwohill Pharmacy Special Offer Osteo Test
We are delight to announce we will be holding a discounted Osteo testing in store next Friday the 16th of May.
We have arranged a special discounted price for our customers of
Special price €30.00 (Normal price €50)
+ FREE €5 VOUCHER with your test. Details in store.
Book your spot now by calling in store to reserve your place.
OVER 35? BE SAFE, GET TESTED PREVENTION IS BEST
Want to learn more about Osteoporosis follow the link
Support Ger Running The Cork City Marathon 2014
Nice knees Ger
Our very own Ger is running the The Cork City Marathon 2014 in Aid of Cork Simon Community & Shine Ireland . If you would like to support Ger & the two charities there will be a sponsorship sheet in store.
ps don’t forget to tell Ger how gorgeous his knees are 🙂
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