A NEW in-store pharmacy was opened at Asda Tilbury this week.
Ward councillor Bukky Okunade opened the pharmacy on Saturday before undergoing a blood pressure and diabetes check by resident pharmacist Chidi Egeolu.
The opening follows a three-year campaign by ASDA to make pharmacies more accessible to the community, and reflects its commitment to saving the residents of Tilbury time and money.
The pharmacy will be open for 100 hours a week, and will stay open until 11pm Monday to Friday, outside of traditional opening hours.
ASDA Tilbury General Manager for Home and Leisure, Gwen Hosking, said: “ASDA has worked closely with the local Primary Care Trust to create this new department and by offering extended opening hours, we are providing an invaluable service that makes healthcare advice readily available to all, without the need for an appointment.”
Councillor Bukky Okunade added: “This Asda pharmacy is a credible addition to the existing facilities in the area. It's going to make for easier access to health care here in Tilbury.”
The new ASDA Tilbury pharmacy in Thurrock Park Way will be open from 8am – 11pm Monday; 7am until 11pm, Tuesday – Friday; 7am until 10pm Saturday; and from 10am until 4pm on Sunday.
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