Health Checks at Johnston’s Pharmacy

Regular health checks at Johnston’s pharmacy can help you stay on top of your health and detect potential problems early.

Our trained pharmacists provide professional, confidential health screening services in a convenient setting - with no need to wait for a GP appointment.

These checks can help identify early signs of conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes, allowing you to take preventative action and protect your long-term health.

We offer a range of free health checks to help you monitor your wellbeing. For a fee, we also offer convenient in-pharmacy blood testing services. More information on all these is below. 

Blood Pressure Check

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it usually has no symptoms. Regular blood pressure checks can help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke through early detection and management.

BMI (Body Mass Index) Check

A BMI check helps assess whether your weight is within a healthy range. Maintaining a healthy weight can lower your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and other long-term health conditions.

Inhaler Technique Check

Correct inhaler use is essential for managing asthma and COPD effectively. Our pharmacists can review your technique and ensure you are getting the maximum benefit from your medication.

Lifestyle Advice

We provide personalised lifestyle advice tailored to your needs, including guidance on healthy eating, physical activity, smoking cessation, and overall wellbeing.

Cholesterol Testing
Fee: €20

High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. A cholesterol test helps assess your cardiovascular risk and supports early intervention if needed.

Increased levels of cholesterol can over time lead to heart disease so it is important to be aware of your cholesterol level. Regular exercise and a balanced diet can generally help to maintain your cholesterol within the normal range although some patients are prone to higher cholesterol levels.

Taking a cholesterol test will identify if your cholesterol level is within the normal range.

Cholesterol testing is fast and pain free. It involves taking a single drop of blood from your finger and analysing it using our Cholesterol meter. Once your results are in, our Pharmacist can review them and can offer lifestyle and diet advice if your reading is higher than recommended.

Cholesterol testing is now available in our Lanesborough store.

Contact our Lanesborough location to book an appointment.

Glucose & Ketone Testing
Fee: €10

These tests measure your blood sugar levels and can help identify diabetes risk or support diabetes management. Ketone testing is particularly important for detecting potential complications early.

Getting regular pharmacy health checks can help you:

• Detect health issues early before symptoms develop
• Monitor existing conditions effectively
• Reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes
• Receive expert advice from qualified pharmacists
• Make informed decisions about your health
• Access convenient care without needing a GP appointment

Convenient Health Checks at Johnstons Pharmacy

Our pharmacy offers fast, reliable, and confidential health checks in a professional and friendly environment. Whether you want peace of mind or support managing an existing condition, our team is here to help.

Visit us in store or speak to our team today to book your health check.