Introducing Aster, our online weight management service
Aster was built to offer a more structured, clinically governed way for adults in the UK to access weight management support.
For many people, losing weight is not simply a matter of willpower. Appetite, habits, hormones, stress, sleep, emotional eating, long-term health conditions, and previous dieting experiences can all play a role. We wanted to create a service that recognises that reality and responds to it with proper clinical care.
Dr Google Has a New Friend: Meet AI (But Don’t Fire Your Pharmacist Yet)
AI has become a popular tool for healthcare questions. But how do you know if what it’s telling you is true?
Lost or Forgotten Medication in Scotland? A Quick Guide for US Visitors
Lost or forgotten medication in Scotland? A quick guide for US visitors on what to do next and when a pharmacy may be able to help.
First Time Hay Fever? Get Online Advice and Treatment Recommendations Across the UK
First time hay fever? Get UK-wide online advice and treatment recommendations, including which pharmacy options may help and how to tell hay fever from a cold.
Private Chickenpox Vaccine in Edinburgh: Who May Want to Ask About It
Private chickenpox vaccine in Edinburgh: learn who may want to ask about varicella vaccination, when timing matters, and when it is best to seek advice first.
Feeling tired all the time? When vitamin B12 could be worth thinking about
Feeling tired has become so normal for so many people that it is easy to brush it off. Busy week, poor sleep, stress, work, too much on your plate. Sometimes that is exactly what it is. But sometimes ongoing tiredness, low energy, poor concentration or feeling a bit ‘off’ can have a physical cause that is worth exploring.
Lost Your Medication in Edinburgh? What You Can Do Today
Lost your medication in Edinburgh? Find out what to do next, when a pharmacy may be able to help, and how to get advice on replacing regular medicines.
Yellow Fever Travel Update: Do You Need a Vaccine or Certificate?
Travelling to a yellow fever risk area? Here’s what to know about the latest travel update, yellow fever vaccination, and when a certificate may be required.
Hajj Vaccines in Edinburgh: What You May Need Before You Travel in 2026
Planning Hajj in 2026? Learn which vaccines and travel health checks may be needed before you travel, including MenACWY requirements for pilgrims.
UK Meningitis Outbreak
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has prompted urgent public health action. Learn the symptoms to watch for, who may be at risk, and how to enquire about meningitis vaccination.
Pharmacy Clinic Edinburgh Named Finalist at the 2026 Scottish Pharmacy Awards
We are proud to share that Pharmacy Clinic Edinburgh has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2026 Scottish Pharmacy Awards in the category:
Commitment to Health & Wellbeing
Flu vs Cold vs COVID — How to Tell the Difference
Flu vs Cold vs COVID – Symptoms, Differences & When to Get Help
Prescriptions for Tourists Visiting Edinburgh: What Are Your Options?
Edinburgh welcomes millions of visitors each year, and many need help accessing medication while in the UK. Introducing the Edinburgh Visitors and Tourists Health Centre
Travel Clinic Services in Edinburgh: Vaccines, Advice & Peace of Mind
Private clinics allow longer consultations and tailored risk assessment compared to standard GP appointments.
The Scottish Pharmacy Awards: Vote for Us!
We’ve been entered into The Customer Award in the Scottish Pharmacy Awards! This category is designed to shine a light on pharmacy teams who go above and beyond.
This award is entirely decided by patients, so if you feel you have achieved excellent service, or that we have gone above and beyond for you, please give us a vote!
Why Vitamin D Deficiency Is So Common in the UK, and How to Get the Right Dose
How does vitamin D work, where is it stored and why are so many of us deficient?
Blood Pressure Checks in Edinburgh: Why Regular Monitoring Matters
High blood pressure often has no symptoms, yet it remains one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and stroke in the UK. Regular blood pressure checks in Edinburgh are an easy, preventative step - particularly for adults over 40 or those with family history.
Laser Hair Removal: How It Works, What It Treats, and Who It’s Suitable For
What is laser hair removal? What does it do? Why do the treatments differ from person to person? We explain it all!
Laser Hair Removal in Edinburgh: What to Know Before You Book
Laser hair removal is one of the most popular aesthetic treatments in Edinburgh - but outcomes depend heavily on technology, skin assessment, and clinical oversight.
Winter Vomiting Bugs: Why They’re So Common and How to Reduce the Risk
Winter vomiting bugs is a broad term used to describe viral stomach infections that are more common during colder months. These infections spread rapidly and can affect people of all ages.