‘Caring for our community’ update for Assemblyman

Mr Beggs learnt more about the community pharmacy’s education programmes and wider services.

The Ulster Unionist representative said: “While visiting the store, I heard of the good work that the local pharmacist Rory O’Neill does within the community as part of education programmes, in particular the work that he has done with the allotment holders at Eden.

“I also met with Marie Smith, pharmacy manager NI for Boots, who advised of the services that Boots can deliver, including minor ailments, smoking cessation, medicine use reviews and substance dependency services, which could alleviate strain and pressure from our GPs and hospitals.”