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Pneumococcal

Pneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, also known as pneumococci. It can cause a range of conditions, from ear infections to life-threatening illnesses like meningitis and sepsis.
Blackwells Chemist - Helping the local community in Beckenham, Anerley, Penge, Bromley, Elmers End & Park Langley and beyond.
At our pharmacy, we offer Pneumococcal disease vaccinations to protect against this dangerous illness. Prevention is key, and our trained pharmacists are here to provide education and administer the necessary vaccine to keep you and your family healthy. Schedule your appointment today and stay protected against Pneumococcal disease.
Symptoms
  • Ear infections, such as otitis media.
  • Pneumonia, a serious chest infection.
  • Bacteremia, a blood infection that can lead to sepsis.
  • Meningitis, an inflammation of the brain.
  • Sepsis, a blood poisoning.
Transmission
  • Pneumococcal disease is spread through coughing, sneezing, and close contact.
  • Some people can carry the bacteria in their throat without being sick and spread it to others.
Risk factors
  • People with weakened immune systems, such as children and the elderly, are at higher risk.
  • Outbreaks can occur in environments where many people have weakened immune systems, like children's nurseries and care homes.
Prevention
  • The pneumococcal vaccine protects against some types of pneumococcal bacteria.
  • The vaccine is recommended for infants and adults over 65.
  • People who are at clinical risk may also be recommended the vaccine.

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Our pharmacy offers a wide range of services to meet your needs. From prescription refills to medication counseling, our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you.
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Established in 1983, Blackwells Chemist has been around for 43 years in the current hands of Piyush Amin, providing excellence care and personal professional advice. Over time, we have secured our reputation to thousands of patients as "their long term family pharmacist" due to our specialist advice, care and attention served and tailored to each and every patient and their needs.

As well as the standard pharmacy prescription services and healthcare retail products, we also offer a wide range of healthcare services including antigen and antibody testing, a travel and vaccination clinic, a seasonal flu & covid jab service, blood pressure monitoring, addiction clinics, health screening services, Pharmacy First and a range of over 12,000 product lines stocked in store.

We serve all of Beckenham, Bromley, Park Langley, Penge, Crystal Palace, West Wickham, Shirley, Eden Park, Elmers End, Shortlands and further afield. 

Ask your local GP about our sterling reputation, for both excellence in care as well as stocked products.
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Premises GPhC No:1032588
Superintendent Pharmacist: Piyush Amin (GPhC No. 2028679)
Owned by: Blackwells Chemist Limited
Company Reg: 07458651
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