Our Services
Flanagan's Vital Pharmacy, Headford
Blister Medication Packing: At Flanagan's Vital Pharmacy we are happy to organise your prescription into a daily and weekly blister service for your convenience and at no extra charge.
Blood Pressure Testing: We offer blood pressure monitoring service in the pharmacy. Simply call in and have your blood pressure checked if you have any concerns or if you simply want to know what it is. If you have risk factors for high blood pressure such as being overweight, or if you smoke and take very little exercise, it is advisable to have your blood pressure checked at least once per year. If your Pharmacist finds that your blood pressure is high, you will be advised to see your doctor.
24-Hour Blood Pressure Monitor: We provide a 24-hour blood pressure monitoring service which includes a detailed report. Did you know four out of five men and two out of five women have undiagnosed hypertension (high blood pressure) It’s better to know your blood pressure across the day than just a snapshot from a single reading. As a patient, this is a fantastic health tool as you can bring this vital information to your doctor for further review.
Diabetes Advice: If you have diabetes or think you might be at risk of developing diabetes, call into the pharmacy and discuss your concerns with our trained staff. Living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes is challenging. Our trained staff can conduct a diabetes risk assessment, offer support and advice on blood glucose meters, lifestyle and diet.
Emergency Contraception: There are two types of Emergency Contraception available from your pharmacy without a prescription. They need to be taken within 72 hours following sexual intercourse. We provide emergency contraception consultations in a discreet, sensitive manner in a confidential setting. Please see your Pharmacist immediately if you are concerned.
Flu Vaccination Service: Are you at risk of getting the flu? If you are over 65 or have any long-term health conditions or may be pregnant or care for someone who is ill, you would benefit from having the flu vaccine. Book your flu vaccination today at the pharmacy.
Health Foods: We stock a wide range of health foods and supplements in the pharmacy and have trained staff on hand to advise you on what would suit you best.
Independent Living Aids: From handling and lifting aids to personal alarms, our Pharmacist takes a sympathetic and common-sense approach to advise on aids to supporting independent living, and can offer a wealth of solutions to the challenges you may be facing.
Medicines Review: From time to time, and particularly if you are being treated for a number of ailments, you may wish to review your medication. The Pharmacist is happy to assist with this and if any concerns are raised, may advise that you contact your doctor.
Ostomy Supply: Flanagan's Vital Pharmacy can supply all the necessary equipment needed including pouch systems or ostomy bags, barrier rings and offer support and advice when needed.
Passport Photos: We provide instant passport-sized photos in-store, You don’t need to make an appointment for our Passport Photo Service and your photos will be processed while you wait.
Smoking Cessation: Quitting smoking may be the single most positive thing you do to improve your health. There is no age barrier to quitting, and anyone who stops smoking can enjoy many health and lifestyle benefits. We in Vital Pharmacies have a specially designed Smoking Cessation programme that our Smoking Cessation Advisors follow. We understand that quitting smoking is a very difficult thing for a person to do and we want to assure them that our programme is designed to support them every step of the way. We encourage our customers who want to embark on the journey of quitting to call in and talk to our Smoking Cessation Advisors and get started. We use a combination of an initial consultation, agreeing on a date, a pre-Quit consultation, first-week support, follow up consultations to help our patients succeed.
Support Stockings: Our Pharmacist is trained to find the best support stockings to fit and suit you. They will measure your legs to ensure that the correct style, size and type of compression or support stockings is selected. Support stockings improve circulation by encouraging the blood to flow up towards the heart. Call into the pharmacy to ensure that you have the best support stocking for your needs.
The pharmacy also offers a range of over the counter products and many weekly special offers, promotions on perfumes, cosmetics, toiletries and gifts throughout the year.