Research & Insights

We have a range of insights, from mental health statistics to vaccination statistics. These must-reads all explore what’s currently going on in the UK. We’ve also compiled our own independent research and carried out surveys, so if you’re the type of person who needs to see numbers and statistics, welcome! You’re in the right place.

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Easter Bank Holiday Weekend Pharmacy Closures 2023

Easter Bank Holiday Weekend Pharmacy Closures 2023

Everyone deserves a little break every once in a while, and that includes our Pharmacy teams!   As we're based in West Lancashire, it's our responsibility to let you know which pharmacies are open during holidays so you can access health care when you need it.   Here is the latest information we have about pharmacies opening in West Lancashire...
Everyone deserves a little break every once in a while, and that inclu...
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NHS Prescription prices are changing from 1st April 2023

NHS Prescription prices are changing from 1st April 2023

In England, The National Health Service (NHS) has recently made changes to prescription charges, and it's essential for patients to stay informed. Prices are increasing Starting from April 2023, the cost of a single prescription item in England will increase by 20p to £9.55 from the current price of £9.35. This increase is part of a wider range of funding...
In England, The National Health Service (NHS) has recently made change...
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Who can give blood?

Who can give blood?

      Giving blood is a quick and easy way to do something rewarding that could potentially save lives. It’s safe, almost painless, and fortunately, a lot of people are eligible for blood donation.    If you’ve been thinking of giving blood but are unsure if you’re eligible or safe to do so, there’s no time like the present...
      Giving blood is a quick and easy way to do someth...
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Children's Health Statistics UK

Children's Health Statistics UK

With the impact of COVID-19, we at Chemist4U were interested to know about the state of children’s health in the UK in 2020. So we’ve gathered the latest research, insights and statistics into UK children’s health on a range of factors including long term conditions, obesity, mortality rates, conceptions, oral health, household nutrition and more. Here’s what we found:   ...
With the impact of COVID-19, we at Chemist4U were interested to know a...
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Vaccination Statistics

Vaccination Statistics

Vaccinations currently prevent 2-3 million deaths every year, yet they have long been the source of controversy in society. This is due to many factors that affect certain populations around the world more, including lack of access to vaccinations, misinformation, religious beliefs, and lack of resources.   The World Health Organisation developed the Global Vaccination Action Plan with a goal...
Vaccinations currently prevent 2-3 million deaths every year, yet they...
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NHS Statistics

NHS Statistics

Since the coronavirus pandemic reached the UK in March 2020, the NHS has been stretched to its limit, treating those infected with COVID-19 and also accommodating for those with long term diseases, outpatient services, and emergency services as usual.   Nearly a year after the start of the pandemic, Chemist4U has researched to see how the NHS has been impacted...
Since the coronavirus pandemic reached the UK in March 2020, the NHS h...
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