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16/10/2026

💚 OCD Week of Action 💚

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is often misunderstood, so this week is an opportunity to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and remind people that support is available.

OCD is more than simply liking things tidy or organised. It can involve unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images or urges, alongside repetitive behaviours or mental rituals that can cause significant distress and affect everyday life.

💚 A few things worth remembering:

* OCD can affect anyone.
* You cannot always tell that someone is experiencing OCD just by looking at them.
* OCD is not a choice, and it’s not something someone can simply switch off.
* With the right support and treatment, people can learn to manage their symptoms.

This week, let’s listen without judgement, be mindful of the language we use and help create a more understanding and supportive community.

If OCD is affecting you or someone you care about, please know that you’re not alone. Your GP can help you explore the support and treatment available.

💚 Small steps towards understanding can make a big difference.

14/10/2026

♻️ Recycle Your Electricals – Material Focus 💚

Have you got a drawer full of old chargers, cables or unwanted electricals at home? 🔌📱

This October, why not clear out those drawers and give your old electricals a new lease of life?

Many electrical items contain valuable materials that can be recovered when they’re recycled properly. Instead of leaving them gathering dust or throwing them away, consider whether they could be reused, donated or recycled. 🌍

💚 Anything with a plug, battery or cable could have a second life!

🔎 Find your nearest electrical recycling point and discover how to recycle your unwanted items safely using the official Recycle Your Electricals campaign website:

🔗 https://materialfocus.org.uk/

Small actions can help prevent valuable materials from going to waste. ♻️

Material Focus are the people behind the Recycle Your Electricals campaign, working to ensure precious materials in WEEE aren't lost forever.

13/10/2026

📢 WE’RE HIRING! 📢
Pharmacy Dispenser – Relief.

Websters Pharmacy is looking for a Relief Pharmacy Dispenser to join our team.

📍 Locations across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, including Peterhead, New Deer, Tarves, Strichen, New Pitsligo and Cruden Bay.

What we’re looking for:

* Pharmacy experience preferred, but training will be provided.
* A full driving licence and access to a car, as travel between locations may be required.
* Flexibility to work across different days and times.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact patient health outcomes! We’re dedicated to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive, energetic work environment that values your contribution every step of the way.

If you’re enthusiastic, organised and passionate about providing excellent patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Interested? For more info or to apply, please send CV and note of interest to: [email protected]

12/10/2026

💜 ADHD Awareness Month – October 💜

October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and celebrate the many different ways our brains work.
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, organisation, impulsivity and activity levels. It can look different from person to person, and not everyone experiences it in the same way.

💜 A few things to remember:
✨ ADHD is not simply about being easily distracted.
✨ It can affect people of all ages.
✨ Everyone’s experience of ADHD is different.
✨ With the right understanding, support and strategies, people with ADHD can thrive.

Let’s continue to break down stigma, show understanding and create a more inclusive world for everyone living with ADHD.

If you think you or someone you know may have ADHD, speak to your GP about the support and assessment options available.

💻 Want to learn more?

Visit ADHD Aware for further information, resources and support:

🔗 https://adhdaware.org.uk/

💜 Understanding starts with awareness.

10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day – 10th October 💚

Today is a reminder that mental health matters every day, not just today.

Let’s continue to break the stigma, check in on one another, and remember that asking for help is a sign of strength. A little kindness and taking the time to listen can make a real difference. 💚

If you’re struggling, please remember that you’re not alone and support is available.

For more information, advice and support, visit Mind:
🔗 https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/

09/10/2026

💗 Baby Loss Awareness Week 💗

This week, we remember all the babies gone too soon and send love to every family affected by baby loss.

Whether your loss was recent or many years ago, your baby is remembered, your grief matters, and you are not alone. 🩷🩵

For more information, visit https://babyloss-awareness.org

08/10/2026

🍂 SOBER OCTOBER 🍂

Thinking about taking a break from alcohol this October? It's not too late!

Sober October is a great opportunity to give your body a break, reflect on your drinking habits and see how you feel without alcohol.

Taking a month off alcohol may help you notice benefits such as:

✨ Better sleep
✨ More energy
✨ Improved mood
✨ Saving money
✨ Feeling better the next day

If you drink alcohol, the UK Chief Medical Officers recommend not regularly drinking more than 14 units a week. It’s also a good idea to have several drink-free days each week.

Whether you choose to go completely alcohol-free or simply cut down, small changes can make a difference. 💛

If you’re concerned about your drinking or need support, speak to your GP or visit NHS inform for advice and information.

07/10/2026

All stocked up again!
Thanks again Natural Skincare Factory 🤩

07/10/2026

🛑Stoptober 2026🛑

This October, thousands of people in the UK will stop smoking. Why not join them?

Your goal is to reach 28 days smoke free. If you can do that, you’re 5 times more likely to quit for good.
At Websters Pharmacy, we are ready to help you on your stop smoking journey, so why not start today?

We offer the free NHS Smoking Cessation programme, where our trained staff offer one to one weekly support, advice and prescriptions for either NRT products or Varenicline tablets (previously known as Champix).
No need to make an appointment, just ask one of our pharmacy staff to get signed up.

Make October the month to quit!

02/10/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the UK, but finding it early can make a real difference.

💗 Know your normal. Get to know how your breasts usually look and feel, and speak to your GP if you notice any changes that are unusual for you.

Look out for changes such as:
* A lump or swelling in your breast or armpit
* Changes in the size or shape of your breast
* Changes to the skin or ni**le
* Ni**le discharge
* Any persistent pain or discomfort
Most breast changes are not cancer, but it’s always worth getting anything unusual checked.

🎀 And if you’re invited for breast screening, make sure you attend.

💗 Check. Notice. Speak up.

There are various ways to show your support throughout October's 'Wear it Pink' Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.
For more information, visit:
https://breastcancernow.org/wear-it-pink/about-wear-it-pink