LINK PHARMACY
Pharmacy in Tongaat

Its perfect for grabbing the attention of your viewers. Link has grown from a handful of pharmacies, to a nationwide establishment, due to its dedication to giving sound advice and the best medicine. The group boosts over 200 locations in Southern Africa, accessible to most of the 46 million South Africans. Link Pharmacies are recognised for their principles of professionalism, honesty and service delivery of affordable healthcare to the community. We are truly passionate about our patients and their wellbeing. We will play a pivotal role in all matters relating to pharmacy services in our communities. We will strive for excellence in pharmacy practice, using innovation and integrity. In a service that lasted many years, Link was the first retail pharmacy to introduce a credit card, which also gave previously disadvantaged citizens the opportunity of having a credit card for the very first time. We often accept stress as part of modern living without realising the potential long-term negative effects on our health. PROJECT: QUIT SMOKING According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 72% of smokers actually want to quit, but very few are able to quit smoking on their own. With holidays around the corner, it’s a good idea to plan and pack your medical kit. The pharmacist will advise on any conditions endemic to the area or consider environmental extremes. An important aspect to consider is the remoteness of the area being visited or whether you’re close enough to general practitioners and pharmacies as this could determine what you pack in the medical kit. Looking at statistics from The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa. More South Africans die of cardiovascular disease than of all types of cancer combined. We have one of the highest levels of obesity in the world which is a contributing factor for heart disease. 80% of premature deaths (before 60 years) can be prevented with a healthy diet, regular exercise and avoiding smoking. Dlamini says that pharmacists can play a key role in making their communities aware of the kind of healthy behaviour required to reduce the chances of developing cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. These effects may vary from high blood pressure to a low immune system, diabetes and even obesity! There are three basic steps to consider after making a commitment to manage your stress levels more effectively. Improving time management and scheduling daily tasks to streamline workflow will help to avoid deadline-induced panic, thereby reducing stress levels.