The holiday season is often portrayed as a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for many, Christmas can bring feelings of loneliness and isolation. It is estimated that 4% of people in the UK spend Christmas alone.
Cold water swimming has doubled in popularity over the past year across the UK as people discover just how good it is for the mind, body and soul.
Physical activity and mental wellbeing are more connected than many realise, with exercise often being prescribed by therapists as a key part of maintaining mental health. But why exactly is exercise so vital for our minds, and how can it become a tool to improve our emotional and psychological state?
As lung cancer awareness month comes to a close, it's important to recognise just how essential healthy lungs are to our lives. They help oxygenate our blood, remove carbon dioxide and keep our bodies energized with the oxygen it needs.
Christmas time is all about celebrating and food and drink can play a big part in that. December is full of festive treats, indulgent foods and for many, alcoholic beverages. It can be easy to over do it at this time of year and feel sluggish or unhealthy. However, with a few tweaks you can be healthy this Christmas without missing out on all the fun!
As we approach winter, it's important to think about ways we can keep healthy during the colder months. Viruses can spread more easily during this time of year due to the cold and dry air.
This article explores the evolving role of pharmacists, the impact of services like Pharmacy First, and how these changes are affecting both the profe...
As we approach 2024, awareness of heart health continues to grow, with high cholesterol being a significant concern for millions of people worldwid
This article will delve into the advantages of maintaining good oral health, emphasizing the importance of preventive care, the connection between ora...
Benefits and potential drawbacks of dietary supplements, particularly daily multivitamins and essential vitamins like Vitamin D and Vitamin C.
With the arrival of summer 2024, many of us are eager to enjoy the warm weather, sunshine, and longer days. This season presents a perfect opportunity...
As a pharmacist at Coda Pharmacy, I frequently encounter customers seeking relief from the relentless symptoms of hay fever. Also known as allergic rh...
As your community pharmacy, we're not just here to fill prescriptions; we're here to be a cornerstone of support for every aspect of your health—espec..
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of the year, usually in the winter months when daylight ho...
Yes, this is another healthy diet blog post! The festive season, with its hearty roasts and sweet puddings, often leaves us ready to embrace change. But, as we all know, sticking to New Year's resolutions, especially diet-related ones, is notoriously
Yes, again. While most of us shrug our shoulders, accept new Covid strains – and headlines
Mosquitoes. Loathe them or hate them, they are all around us. If you want to enjoy the late summer evenings outdoors, you’d best be prepared.
Growing problem: Skin cancer in people over 55. As July’s heat rises, and the summer holidays approach, many of us will be basking in the sun’s rays, either at home or abroad. But will we pick up more than a bit of colour…?
If you are prescribed several medicines, tablets or other treatments, you may find collecting them a frustrating experience. Quite often, a single pha... Read more Sample Image live longer and feel better- take a walk Colin Dang May 30, 2023 Live Longer by taking a brisk walk
Every year is a full calendar of ‘awareness months’ and May is no exception. All are worthy in their way. From the nice-to-have, such as National Mills Weekend to the esoteric May Measure Month, there’s always something to engage with and celebrate.
While many of us welcome the early signs of spring, others are less keen. Why? Because the change of seasons can trigger several allergies – and that’s irritating in many ways.
March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and for those affected by the disease, and those they leave behind, the month arrives too late. If you’re in t...
While 2023 is a new year, some things never change. The first is often the worst month for those with mental health issues – and it’s not as though Fe... Read more Sample Image we have officially relocated! Colin Dang January 18, 2023 Coda Pharmacy has officially relocated to the sunshine coast of Eastbourne
Coda Pharmacy has officially relocated to the sunshine coast of Eastbourne
There’s been an increase in the number of late – sometimes very late – diagnoses of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in adults. What are the implications for those with the
Just when you thought it was safe, etc. Flu has had to take a back seat in recent times because of the understandable focus on Covid. But that doesn’t mean it’s gone away. The reverse is, unfortunately, true.
Okay, so ‘survivors’ is putting it strongly. No-one is suggesting the multiple symptoms of the menopause, or the perimenopause, are likely to prove fatal. But it can be a disability and women suffer
We hear the word ‘unprecedented’ a lot these days, often prefixing ‘demands, conditions or situations’, and especially from governments, authorities or policy-setters when what should happen, doesn’t, and what shouldn’t, did.
The incessant wailing of baby reaches every inch of a new parent’s living space?including their minds. Coda can help. In a new series, Colin answers the questions he’s most frequently asked at the shop. And this one’s a biggie.
Just when you thought it was safe to go out again…. there’s no question that monkeypox is grabbing the health headlines from Covid in the more sensationalist press
We’re in peak hay fever season. From March through to September, especially when it's warm, humid, and windy is when those vulnerable to hay fever mus...
Whether you’re doing it, or trying to sleep through it, snoring is the condition with no upside. It has negative health implication, both for those who snore, and those within earshot. Yet it’s rarely discussed in these terms. Time for that to change, says Colin Dix.
Thrush symptoms are irritating in more ways than one. Physically unpleasant and uncomfortable, there are myths surrounding the condition that make it no easier to tolerate. In this blog, Colin explains what it is, what it’s not, and more importantly how to ditch the itch.
As seasonal excesses and the fallout from January fad diets pass, it’s a good time to reset how we treat our digestive systems. Because when we don’t, the consequences are all too vivid.
To adapt the cliché, covid variants seem like London buses; nothing arrives for ages and suddenly you can’t move for the things. But is Omicron the worst, or just the latest?
Just when you thought it was safe to take up the reins again, there’s something new to frighten the horses. There’s as much misinformation as useful guidance around the latest Covid-19 variant, so Colin looked at the data…
Any time now, and something weird happens to our eating and drinking habits. The internal consequences are collateral damage from that indulgence. But is it self-inflicted annual indigestion, or something more serious? Colin Dang has the inside track on your inner tract.
There are many reasons for a gradual shedding or thinning of hair, and people react differently to the early signs. But you have choices, explains Colin Dang in our latest blog.
As the summer winds down, many of us took the opportunity to enjoy our social lives again and did so with a drink in our hands. But what happens next? This latest blog looks at the dangers of lockdown drinking.
As the Euros reach full time, and the Common reverts to being Wimbledon’s most famous thing, the Tokyo Olympics get set to dominate sport for weeks to come.
Just when we thought things were under control. Colin Dang wonders if we should be worried. Suddenly, there are as many different strains of the virus as vaccines to combat it.
While most of us appreciated the value of face coverings during the height of the pandemic, the position is less clear as the vaccination roll out gathers pace
At the moment only people with any of the ‘classic three’ symptoms can get an NHS PCR swab test to confirm Covid infection
Over 12 million people in the UK have already had their first dose of either the Oxford-AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. Globally the figure of vaccinations stands at over 128 million people at the time of writing, which is an amazing feat in such a short space of time.
We’ve all heard it mentioned in the news in the briefings by the government and their scientific advisors, but what actually is the reproduction (R) number? Well, quite simply, it’s the average number of secondary infections produced by a single infected person.
With the news that the UK is now under another national lockdown, we explore what these new rules mean for you and your family.
With vaccinations for Covid now being approved in the UK, across the EU and in the USA we look at how this historic event in vaccination history has come to pass.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has made it harder to be with others. Contact with family and friends continues to be limited, and social and leisure activities are restricted, which can cause feelings of loneliness – particularly if you are staying at home.
Taking care of your mind as well as your body is really important if you are staying at home because of covid. You might be worried about your finances or your loved ones.
In the first of two blogs, we explore the effects of Covid-19 on young people’s mental health.
Hi everyone, we thought we’d update you with a few answers to common questions we receive on a daily basis. We hope you find this blog informative and useful - please don’t hesitate to ask us any further questions you might have once you’ve read this piece.
All pregnant women are being advised to get a flu jab as soon as possible to protect their babies and themselves, with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and Royal College of Midwives (RCM) saying the free vaccination is particularly important this year because of Covid-19.
In our latest blog we explore the new Test and Trace mobile app from the NHS, what it’s for, how to use it and how it’s expected to help manage the coronavirus form spreading. The App is part of NHS Test and Trace, overseen by the UK Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
With the news full of stories about the effects of Covid-19, the importance of the flu vaccination might have been lost on some people. Flu vaccination is available every year on the NHS to help protect vulnerable children and adults at risk from flu and its complications.
There’s been a lot in the news recently about the pros and cons of wearing a face mask in public to protect you - or others - from contracting coronavirus. In our latest blog we take a look at what face masks work the best for when you make trips out into crowded spaces.
Individuals in England are now allowed to meet with one other person from outside their household if they stay outdoors. They will also be able to take part in more outdoor activities and exercise as much as they want.
Acne can be the bane of a teenager’s life. The horror of coming out in a face full of spots can strike terror into the heart of any young adult and It’s no consolation that it’s a common skin condition that affects most people at some point.
In these times of uncertainty and to stay safe from contracting coronavirus, we’ve compiled a short blog to help you navigate through these difficult days.
There’s a lot in the news at the moment about viruses being spread and washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and others from illnesses such as food poisoning and flu.
Hiccups can be very annoying. We all know the old tricks of scaring someone suddenly or drinking a glass of water in an unusual position to try and st...
“I don’t snore! How dare you!” is a common refrain in bedrooms across the land as people wake and partners grunt with disdain that their snoring kept them awake again last night.
Thrush is a common yeast infection that can affect both men and woman and mostly happens during the summer when the weather is warmer. It’s usually harmless but
A tan doesn't protect your skin from the sun's harmful effects. 51% of Brits who are wearing sun tan lotion could also be wittingly or unwittingly leaving ...
If you’re presently suffering from cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure, chances are you’ve actually got hay fever.
Are you suffering from Insomnia? Insomnia, also known as sleeplessness, is a sleep disorder in which people have trouble sleeping. They may have difficulty falling asleep, or staying asleep.
National Diabetes Week (11th – 17th June) is a time in the calendar to raise awareness of the condition and fund the inspiring work done by Diabetes Uk
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