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The importance of regular eye check ups

At National Pharmacy Malta, we place great emphasis on regular eye check-ups, as they are a fundamental part of maintaining good eye...

What herbal remedies have been shown to help treat the symptoms of a common cold?

Herbal remedies that have been shown to help with a common cold include: 1. Echinacea: Echinacea has been widely studied for its...

The importace of blood pressure

It is important to maintain a normal blood pressure as both high and low levels can have health consequences.

Overeating over the Christmas holidays

We’ve all been there: the moments when we can’t seem to stop ourselves from reaching for that extra helping of food. Overeating can be a...

Do not use nasal decongestants for more than 7 days. Why not?

Many people are told not to use their nasal decongestant spray (e.g. Hysan® , Sudafed®, Otrivin®, Utabon®, Vicks Sinex ®) for longer than...

'Suicide' headaches (Cluster)

Cluster headaches also known as 'suicide' headaches due to the extreme pain they may cause are considered the most painful of all...

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As the weather gets colder your fingers might start to itch or burn!

What are chilblains ('seqi')? They are small, itchy swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. What do they...

Should I stop taking my blood pressure medication?

This has to be one of the most common questions I encounter in my pharmacy. Basically many patients check their blood pressure either...

Are you overdue some serious sleep?

Sleep is a process that takes up a third of our lives. Sleep quality is determined by the number of awakenings that occur throughout the...

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