Miller Pharmacy

30/09/2026

We start our flu vaccination program TOMORROW on Thursday 1st October! Get vaccinated early and forget about any stress for the rest of the year.

You don't need to wait in a lengthy queue at the weekend - simply turn up to Miller Pharmacy from tomorrow and we will sort you right out! Susan, Saffy, Debbie, Ricky and Mabroka will be ready and waiting for you!

There's a slight change to the recording process this year as the NHS insist we use their platform so that's why we haven't asked you to prefill a form...

As usual, we assure you of a sensational level of service! See you soon!

25/09/2026

💉FLU VACCINATION APPOINTMENTS ARE NOW OPEN AND FILLING UP FAST!💉

You may be eligible for an NHS flu vaccination if you are:

👵 Aged 65 or over
🤰 Pregnant
🩺 Aged 18–64 and in an eligible clinical risk group
❤️ A carer
🏠 Aged 18 or over and experiencing homelessness

Not sure whether you qualify? Give us a call and our pharmacy team can check your eligibility. 😊

📅 Appointments available from 1 October 2026

📍 Miller Pharmacy
22 Cheapside
Spennymoor
DL16 6DJ

📞 01388 816158

💙 Book your appointment today and help protect yourself and your loved ones this winter.

Eligibility applies in accordance with the NHS national flu vaccination programme criteria.

22/09/2026

We would like to introduce our new Pharmacy Manager, Susan! Many of you will recognise Susan from her years of working at Boots pharmacy.

Please join us in saying a huge welcome to the Miller Pharmacy family! 🩵💊

Please note from the 5th October 2026 our opening hours are changing slightly and we will be opening from 9am.

Our new hours will be as follows:
Monday to Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-1pm

15/09/2026

💉FLU VACCINATION APPOINTMENTS ARE NOW OPEN! 💉

Miller Pharmacy is now taking appointments for NHS flu vaccinations from 1 October 2026. 🍂

Protect yourself and those around you this winter. ❤️

You may be eligible for an NHS flu vaccination if you are:

👵 Aged 65 or over
🤰 Pregnant
🩺 Aged 18–64 and in an eligible clinical risk group
❤️ A carer
🏠 Aged 18 or over and experiencing homelessness

Not sure whether you qualify? Give us a call and our pharmacy team can check your eligibility. 😊

📅 Appointments available from 1 October 2026

📍 Miller Pharmacy
22 Cheapside
Spennymoor
DL16 6DJ

📞 01388 816158

💙 Book your appointment today and help protect yourself and your loved ones this winter.

Eligibility applies in accordance with the NHS national flu vaccination programme criteria.

26/08/2026

This weekend is the last bank holiday weekend of the Summer which means we will be closed on Monday 31st August. If you need to access pharmacy services on bank holiday Monday, these are the pharmacies that are open in County Durham - the opening hours are on the far right column. Have a great weekend!

07/08/2026

💙 Every Feeding Journey Matters 💙

As World Breastfeeding Week comes to an end, we'd like to leave you with one important message...

✨ Every family deserves support.

Some parents breastfeed.
🤱 Some express milk.
🍼 Some combination feed.
🩷 Some formula feed.

Every family's journey is different, and every parent makes the best decision they can for themselves and their baby.

There is no place for judgement.

Whether you're breastfeeding, expressing, combination feeding or formula feeding, feeding your baby with love, care and responsiveness is what matters most.

At Miller Pharmacy, you'll always find a friendly face, evidence-based advice and a listening ear. If you need support with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, sterilising equipment, preparing infant formula safely or introducing feeding equipment, we're here to help.

💙 Every baby deserves to be fed. Every parent deserves to feel supported.

05/08/2026

📍 Breastfeeding Support in Spennymoor

You don't have to do it alone. 💙

FREE local support is available every week.

🩵 Spennymoor Breastfeeding Café
📍 Best Start Family Hub Tudhoe, DL16 6EX
📅 Every Wednesday
🕙 10.00am–12.00pm*
✅ Free drop-in – no booking required

🩵 Spennymoor Leisure Centre Breastfeeding Group
📍 Spennymoor Leisure Centre, DL16 6DB
📅 Every Wednesday
🕥 10.30am–12.00pm

These sessions are supported by health visitors, family workers, early years practitioners and trained breastfeeding peer support volunteers.

☎️ Best Start Family Hub Tudhoe
03000 267 488

☎️ Family Hub enquiries
03000 261 111

National support

💙 National Breastfeeding Helpline
📞 0300 100 0212 (24 hours a day)

💙 NCT Infant Feeding Line
📞 0300 330 0700

💙 La Leche League GB
📞 0345 120 2918

Whether you need practical help, reassurance or simply someone to talk to, support is available.

And remember, the team at Miller Pharmacy is always here to help and signpost you to the right services.

04/08/2026

💙 Breastfeeding – Myths & Facts

There are lots of myths about breastfeeding, so here are a few facts...

✅ Fact: Breastfeeding doesn't always come naturally. It often takes time, patience and support for both parent and baby.

✅ Fact: Breastmilk changes as your baby grows, adapting to meet their nutritional needs.

✅ Fact: It's normal to ask for help. Midwives, health visitors, infant feeding teams and breastfeeding peer supporters are there to support you.

❌ Myth: If breastfeeding is painful, you just have to put up with it.
✅ Fact: Pain isn't something you should simply accept. There are many reasons why feeding may be uncomfortable, and support is available to help.

If you have any questions, pop into Miller Pharmacy. We can offer advice and signpost you to local breastfeeding services.

02/08/2026

🌍🤱 World Breastfeeding Week | 1 - 7th August

This week we're celebrating World Breastfeeding Week, a global campaign to raise awareness of the benefits of breastfeeding and to ensure every family has access to the support they need.

Breastfeeding has many health benefits for both babies and mothers, but it's also a journey that can take time, patience and support.

Did you know?

💙 Breastmilk provides all the nutrients a baby needs for around the first 6 months of life.
🛡️ It contains antibodies that help protect babies from infections.
🧠 Breastfeeding supports healthy growth and development.
❤️ For mothers, breastfeeding can reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
🤝 Many parents need support with breastfeeding – asking for help is completely normal.

At Miller Pharmacy, we're here to offer friendly advice, answer your questions and signpost you to local support services.

Together, let's celebrate, support and encourage every family during World Breastfeeding Week.

14/07/2026

Our sister pharmacy in Newton Aycliffe is offering this service - bookings are via the national booking service so don't delay!

We are delighted to be part of this crucial new health campaign to prevent meningitis in our young people! If you are eligible, or know somebody who is, please encourage them to get this protection before they head off to university!

You must use the national booking service for this - scan the QR code for more information!