This is our “Stay Younger for Longer Programme”. As we start to age it becomes important to monitor the state of our health and wellbeing. Often there is damage occurring in our body, yet we have no symptoms or any warning that this is happening, until the disease manifests itself. Once this occurs our quality of life can become significantly impaired or can be fatal.

Acupuncture is an alternative medicine originating in Ancient China that treats patients by insertion and manipulation of solid, generally thin needles in the body. According to traditional Chinese medicine, bodily functions are regulated by the flow of an energy-like entity called qi. Acupuncture aims to correct imbalances in the flow of qi by stimulation of anatomical locations on or under the skin called acupuncture points, most of which are connected by channels known as meridians. Proponents of acupuncture believe that it promotes general health, relieves pain, treats infertility, and treats and prevents diseases. During your first session our highly skilled therapist will take a detailed case history. This will involve not only finding out about the condition that you are coming to have treated, but also asking questions about other aspects of your health that will help to make a diagnosis. Once our therapist has built a picture of you as a whole person, it will enable her to make a diagnosis in terms of Chinese Medicine, she will then treat you accordingly, ask in store for further details and to book your appointment.

If you’re worried about your blood pressure or simply want to get it checked talk to our Pharmacy team about our FREE blood pressure testing service, which is done in the consultation area which is confidential. High blood pressure can increase your risk of a stroke or a heart attack, and there are rarely any symptoms, so it is important to regularly monitor your blood pressure.

Chemist, is specifically designed for patients with type II diabetes. The specialist diabetic nurses will offer education; training and support aimed at helping patients understand and manage their diabetes. The programme will help raise awareness and help them manage the changes that diabetes brings to their lifestyle. The program is offered in different languages, it is an opportunity to meet and share experiences with others, it empowers the patient on how to optimize the medication that they are taking to help control their diabetes.

Our simple free screening measures the level of glucose in your blood, helping our team to determine the likelihood that you have or may develop diabetes. The consultation involves filling in a short questionnaire, carrying out a simple finger pin prick test to measure your blood glucose level and receive advice on how to reduce the chances of developing diabetes in later life.

Please ask our friendly staff for help or access to services you may need. Our staffs work hard to provide you with the best possible service. Please treat them with the courtesy and respect they deserve. We reserve the right to refuse to provide services to individuals who act in a violent, threatening or aggressive manner.

We can dispense your NHS and Private prescriptions either while you wait or whilst you shop. All our Pharmacists are experts in medicine and they will be happy to discuss any worries or concerns you may have. There is a standard NHS Prescription charge however many people are exempt from paying this fee and our staff will be more than happy to assist you. The private prescription charge will depend on the cost of your medication and the quantity you have been prescribed, our Pharmacy team will calculate the cost for you.

If you have any medicines you no longer require, bring them to us for safe disposal.

If you need one of your regular medicines in an emergency when you are unable to contact your doctor, we may be able to help. We must stress that this can only be done in genuine emergencies and it may incur a charge.

At Moin’s Chemist we offer the ACWY and Menveo vaccination (vaccination against meningococcal meningitis) to pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah. This service is offered to all those over two years old and a Vaccination Certificate are provided for obtaining a visa which is valid for three years. Speak to our staff who will book an appointment at the Pharmacy at least three or more weeks before travel.

Hijama/Cupping is a treatment that has been around for many years and is practiced traditionally amongst Muslims. Cupping is a process whereby the entire cardio vascular system is cleansed. Cupping involves applying cups to various points on the body and by removing the air inside the cup to form a vacuum. Wet Cupping involves a small incision in a vacuum to remove any stagnant blood, cell debris and toxins from deep within the body to the surface of the skin, allowing a process of purifying the blood. Dry massage cupping and wet cupping causes the skin and underlying tissues to get sucked into the cup and swell. Diseases and ailments are caused due to the blood being unable to reach some parts of the body, cupping allows the blood to flow more freely and reach these parts of the body. At Moin’s Chemist we offer both Wet and Dry Cupping. Please make an appointment with our therapist who will provide advice and treatment to help you have a more improved and healthy lifestyle.

We can advise on medical requirements for travellers, including anti-malaria treatments, avoiding sunburn and tummy upsets.

All medicines are dispensed in child resistant containers unless you request us not to. Please remember, keep all medicines out of reach and sight of children. Our pharmacist can advise you on safe storage of medicines.

We keep a wide range of over the counter medicines and also vitamins and mineral supplements.

At Moin’s Chemist, we offer The New Medicine Service. This service is designed to support a patient who is prescribed a new medication, to help the patient get the most benefit out of this medication. Our Pharmacists will specialise in the following four conditions/therapy areas: • Type II Diabetes • Asthma/COPD • Hypertension (blood Pressure) • Antiplatelet/anticoagulant therapy But if you have a specific need which does not fall into the above categories, please ask our Pharmacist.

Our computer allows us to keep records of all your prescriptions dispensed by us. This helps us check for possible problems, such as reactions between medicines and will help us deal with any queries you may have.

If you are having any problems with your medication, please speak to our Pharmacist who will be able to identify and help to solve any problems you may have with your medication. Our Pharmacist will refer any findings to your GP from any of the above interventions, who will then follow them up, If appropriate.

Our Pharmacy Team at Moin’s Chemist and Wellbeing Centre can advise you on how to keep healthy; this could be anything from advice on healthy eating, to stop smoking or getting exercise. Speak to our fully trained staff or pick up a leaflet in store. We are currently in the process of developing several programs and workshops to cater for this need.

Here at Moin’s Chemist and Wellbeing Centre we have a qualified and experienced massage therapist specialising in the ancient art of remedial massage and sports injury. Remedial massage uses several techniques to locate and repair muscles, tendons and joints placing a special emphasis on deep tissue by applying oil to penetrate deeply yet firmly to the affected area to relieve muscular spasms, tension and pain. Whether you’re looking for an indulgent hour of relaxation or a treatment to alleviate muscular aches and pains, this type of massage has a wide range of benefits. Conditions that we treat include: Neck pain and stiffness, back pain, chronic fatigue, stress, sciatica, whiplash, muscular strain, scoliosis, rheumatism, sports massage among others. Please ask our counter staff for details on booking into this clinic.

At Moin’s Chemist we take away all the hassle from ordering and collecting your regular repeat medication. We now offer a free Prescription Ordering, Collection and Delivery service. We can order your regular monthly prescriptions directly from your GP, we will collect your prescription from the GPs and either have it ready for you to pick up from the Pharmacy or we can deliver the medicines to you free of charge. Sign up for this free service.

If you require any additional help, our Pharmacy team are able to give you contact details for local services, other health care professionals, Social Services or Voluntary Organisations.

If you are thinking of giving up smoking, we can help. Our trained Stop Smoking advisers will help you choose the right Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products for your lifestyle and will also offer you one to one support to help you achieve your goal. There may be an NHS prescription charge if you are not eligible for free prescriptions. To ensure that you get the ongoing support and products you need you can have unlimited, free, repeat visits until you have given up for good.

Our team at Moin’s Chemist want to help you to look after yourself and your family. Our Pharmacists are able to provide you with advice on treating minor illnesses such as coughs and colds, seasonal ailments, pain management and more long term conditions like diabetes and asthma.

Baby Tui Na is Chinese massage for infants from birth to six years for a healthier and brighter child. It is holistic, drug-free and safe. Our expert therapist in TUI NA Massage will teach mothers and fathers the basic theory and technique of paediatric massage. Come and join our weekly sessions lasting 1 hour each and bring your child with you, you will be taught healthcare routines, treating childhood ailments or simply offered a refresher on the basic theory and techniques of paediatric massage. Ask our counter staff for more information and next available course dates.

A Medicine Use Review is your chance to discuss with your Pharmacist about the regular medications you are taking, what you are taking them for, when you are taking them and any problems you may be having with them. We hope this will help improve the effectiveness of your regular medication and your understanding of them.

We offer a two tier Weight Management Programme. Our Weight Loss advisers will calculate your BMI and take your waist measurement.