Page 46 • The HERALD • 15th May 2025 v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v Health, Beauty & Wellbeing • Callus/hard skin removal • Toenail cutting/filing • Thickened nail reduction • Corns • Fungal infections • Cracked heels • Athletes foot advice • Cuticle care From £40-£45 depending on treatment 07546 748843 crystalsfhp@gmail.com Professional, safe ear wax removal service delivered in the comfort of your own home. We use microsuction, water irrigation and manual ear wax removal to suit the different needs of our clients. To book your appointment please call Gosia on 07591 036071 or email: info@watersideearcare.com Usui Reiki First Degree Courses Available Learn how to use this amazing “energy therapy” and be able to self help & also give healing to your family, friends & pets. This 2 day course includes: • 3 attunements • Self healing hand positions • Hand positions on other persons • Full ongoing support & more • Handbook & certificate Also available: Reiki with complimentary facial using Tropic skincare • Reiki & Crystal Sessions • Pet/Animal Reiki • Chakra Balancing • Reiki Workshops For more information call: 07884 252141 Email: angela@chiyureikiandnaturalwellness.co.uk WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN REIKI? Save Time And Money: Buy Your Hay Fever Treatments Over The Counter NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight is encouraging the public to consider purchasing hay fever treatments, such as antihistamines, over the counter rather than requesting a GP prescription, as it can be a quicker and cheaper option for managing common allergies such as hay fever. With the NHS prescription charge currently at £9.90, many over the counter antihistamines are available at a lower price in pharmacies and supermarkets. is means patients can access the advice and medication they need at their local pharmacy without waiting for a GP appointment. Dr Zaid Hirmiz, local Hampshire GP and Deputy Chief Medical O cer at NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, said: “As we enter hay fever season, many people rely on antihistamines to manage their symptoms. Most common antihistamines are available without a prescription, making it faster and often cheaper to get relief from allergies. “Our community pharmacists can provide advice on which treatment is best to manage the symptoms you are experiencing. However, those with severe allergies or symptoms that do not improve with standard over the counter treatments should seek further medical advice. GPs can provide specialist medications for individuals who need additional support.” Symptoms for hay fever are usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid, and windy. is is when the pollen count is at its highest. e severity of symptoms can vary, some people can manage their condition by avoiding triggers and others need medication to manage their symptoms. Avoiding triggers can help ease symptoms of hay fever, such as: • Keeping house and car windows closed, especially when the pollen count is high (early morning between 7am to 9am and evenings between 5pm and 7pm). Consider changing your car pollen lter annually. • Avoiding large grassy areas, woodland, cutting the grass, pollutants, and car fumes. • Wearing wrap-around sunglasses. • Washing your hands, face, hair, rinse your eyes and change your clothes a er being outside. • Keeping your house clean and wearing a mask and glasses when doing housework. • Don’t dry washing outside to avoid pollen sticking to your clothes. • Create a yearly reminder to start your treatment before your symptoms begin. Further advice on how to manage hay fever is available on the NHS website: www.nhs.uk/conditions/hayfever/ ROMSEY OPEN GATE STROKE CLUB Romsey Open Gate Stroke Club meets on Tuesday afternoons, 2pm–4pm, in Romsey Abbey Rooms (behind the Abbey, SO51 8EN). e Club o er a warm, friendly and understanding welcome to anyone who has survived a stroke. ey enjoy a range of activities including games, garden visits, parties, entertainment, music, quizzes, boat trips and bingo. Transport can be arranged if required. e Club is part of the Stroke Group Network with the Stroke Association. For more information please contact Joy Clamp on: 07821 389629 or email: mjdrclamp1@btinternet.com or Jill Edwards: 01794 340209. Parkinson’s Support e New Forest Branch of Parkinson’s UK welcome all Parkinson’s people and their Carers to join their fun chair-based exercise classes. ese classes are held Tuesdays at 10.30am and most Thursdays at 2pm at the Boldre War Memorial Hall, Pilley, SO41 5QG. £3 per class (Carers free). e New Forest Branch of Parkinson’s UK meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Boldre War Memorial Hall, Pilley, SO41 5QG from 2pm to 4.30pm. Friendly support, information and social activities are available for all people with Parkinson’s, their Carers, families and friends. All new members are very welcome. No membership fees, but voluntary donations always welcome. Contact: 07595 927299 or visit: www.parkinsonsnewforest.org.uk Join Your Local Stroke Group Stroke changes lives in an instant. If you have su ered a stroke, go along to your local Stroke Group held on Wednesdays, 1.30pm-3.30pm, at Totton and Eling Community Centre. e group inspire, support and help each other through social and recreational activities. Tea and biscuits are provided. e contacts for Stroke survivors and volunteers are: Sheila: 07424 274186, Suzie: 07738 054680 and Steve: 07833 353351.
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