Woods HealthPoint Pharmacy host OT star Dr Sumi

Woods HealthPoint Pharmacy has hosted Dr Sumi Dunne from Operation Transformation in an event to encourage people to have regular blood pressure checks.

The visit was in conjunction with RTÉ’s Operation Transformation and supported by the Irish Pharmacy Union.

John O’Shaughnessy, managing pharmacist at Woods HealthPoint, said: “We were delighted to host this event – it’s fantastic that RTÉ chose our pharmacy to emphasise the importance of regular blood pressure checks.”

The collaboration highlights the pharmacy’s commitment to promoting health in the community, said Mr O’Shaughnessy.

Store supervisor Eithne Mannering added: “We’ve always provided blood pressure checks, but Operation Transformation’s spotlight has raised public awareness to a new level.”

The pharmacy was a hive of activity, offering free blood pressure checks to all visitors, mirroring similar events across Keane’s HealthPoint Pharmacy branches in Mullingar. The turnout was impressive, indicating a heightened interest in health among local people.

Pharmacist Robert Keane said “it was heartening to see so many people taking charge of their health by getting their blood pressure checked”.

“Kudos to Operation Transformation for promoting health awareness,” he said.

As Woods HealthPoint Pharmacy, along with the entire Keanes team, awaits the airing of the segment on RTÉ this Thursday, they invite everyone to tune in to witness how Woods HealthPoint Pharmacy is not just a place to get medicines, but a cornerstone for health and wellness in the community.