Northern Ireland chemists’ chain offers health screening, audiology and weight-loss treatments

This is health expertise on the doorstep – trust your local chemist to reduce NHS wait times and help with weight-loss medication and support , a range of health screening including blood tests, urine tests and sexual health and hearing problems including earwax removal.

Gordons Chemists, Northern Ireland’s largest independently owned pharmacy chain, has expanded its healthcare offering with new health services.

It offers a convenient alternative to the NHS, with increased access to vital health screenings, audiology support and weight management solutions. These services are now available at select locations across Northern Ireland, with plans to further expand to other store locations in the coming months.

Health screening with Randox medical checks

Gordons Chemists has partnered with Randox Health to offer comprehensive health assessments designed to support early detection and disease prevention. These advanced diagnostic tests provide insights into general health, cancer risk, gut health, sexual health, male and female health, nutrition & lifestyle, and urinary tract infections (UTIs). By providing quick and reliable results, the service aims to empower individuals to take control of their well-being, facilitating early intervention and lifestyle improvements.

Health Checks are currently available at Belfast-Cornmarket, Omagh and Newry stores, with plans to expand to other locations. Customers can book their Randox Health Checks in-store or online here.

Hearing help and ear-wax removal

Recognising the importance of hearing health, Gordons Chemists now offers expert audiology services, including professional earwax removal, comprehensive hearing assessments, and hearing aid consultations and fittings. Staffed by highly skilled audiologists, this service ensures customers receive expert guidance tailored to their hearing needs.

The audiology services are currently available at Banbridge Linenhall St, Belfast - Cornmarket, Antrim, and Bangor stores, with plans to expand to other locations. Customers can book appointments by visiting the web page here.

Weight-loss help without the wait

Are you struggling to lose weight? At Gordons Chemists you’ll get a personal one-to-one service to ensure the right treatment for you. With a growing demand for medically supervised weight-loss solutions, Gordons Chemists has brought in this pharmacist-led weight management programme, which offers personalised support, progress tracking, and a range of weight-loss solutions if suitable.

To qualify for the programme, individuals must meet specific criteria, including BMI requirements and medical history assessments.

The service is currently available at Ballymena, Antrim, Portadown, and Lisburn Longstone St stores, with plans to expand to other locations. More details and appointment bookings can be found here.

Bringing health closer to home

Gordons Chemists is committed to making healthcare more accessible, ensuring customers can receive professional support within their local communities. With these new services, customers can benefit from expert health assessments, hearing care, and weight-loss management, all in a trusted pharmacy setting.

“We are excited to introduce these expanded health services, reinforcing our commitment to improving community health and well-being,” said Robert Gordon Co-Founder at Gordons Chemists. “By partnering with industry-leading providers and utilising the expertise of our pharmacists and audiologists, we are making it easier than ever for our customers to prioritise their health.”

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