7.5km

[BaddieThePirate]

7.5km done slowly. Some discomfort, where my legs attach to my body, stopped me from pushing it any further. I'm terrified of running out of medication, so have cut down 1/4 every second day. My reasoning was that it would save me 2 pills per week, so 8 per month. That gives me 2 days extra in case my prescription is delayed, but frankly the discomfort this morning wasn't worth it, so I'm back on full dose and am keeping my fingers crossed. Has everyone managed to get their medication ok?

Discovered my 4min improvement last 5km was due to a flatter route, not a fast increase in stamina 🙄

Still, I had a lovely run in the sun and feel great now. No aches at the moment 👍

All the boaters sounded horns etc at 8pm as a mark of recognition and thanks for our NHS workers. It was lovely.

Am going to brave the supermarket tomorrow.

Keep calm and carry on folks.

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

It took about 5 days for my and my neighbours prescriptions to arrive at the chemist Baddie, so put your request in in plenty of time. You don’t want to be taking less than the prescribed dosage.

A lovely run in the sun for anyone today.

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Great 7.5km run Baddie prescription predicament not so. Glad you’re back on full dose and fingers crossed you’ll be able to easily get your next prescription when you need it. Mr L is thankful he timed his tablets pick up well and his GP gave him another 3 month script just in case (before lockdown) Good luck with the supermarket shopping and stay well x

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Lovely run Baddie, at least the weather is being kind to us if nothing else is.

Hope you can get your prescription sorted out. One of those things millions take for granted.

Stay well.

[Annieapple Administrator]

Poor you! Don’t cut back it’s not worth it & because prescriptions are controlled they won’t run out of medicines. Not heard of anyone yet unable to get their usual supplies.

Wow must have been special to hear the boaters!! It was moving enough being in solidarity with the neighbours & all coming out to clap! 👏👏

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Annieapple]

I just question the way it was written online. The sentiment is really good, but, 'The clap for NHS workers'?🤔😑

[Granspeed Graduate10 in reply to BaddieThePirate]

🤣 Hadn’t even noticed that little gem!

[over61andstilltrying Graduate10]

Well done up to 7.5km already! We were pleasantly surprised that our local pharmacy delivered my husband's medication. The lady who delivered them was wearing a mask. Keep well. 🏃‍♀️😊

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Same here

[Buddy34 Graduate10]

Sometimes it can be a good thing to try and cut down on your medication, just to see. But in your case you're obviously better taking your full amount .

Sounds like you had a lovely run in the sun though, in Scotland today we have damp and foggy weather.

What I would say is if you are wanting more medication, ask for it a lot sooner than you normally would as things are taking a bit longer.

Stay safe and hope you have many more sunny runs 😊😊

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Buddy34]

I've put a note in my diary on the date I'm allowed to re-order. I'm just going to assume it will be ok.

[Katnap Graduate10]

How was your supermarket shop?

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Katnap]

A long queue in the sunshine, everyone behaving well. Only saw one elderly lady roll her eyes at having to walk to the end aisle to queue. Not sure she was great at walking though. I enjoyed it. Bit of a war spirit. Than exercised at the allotment digging. The frost has nipped my spud shoots. May have to plant more. They grow perfectly well in the cupboard!

[Katnap Graduate10 in reply to BaddieThePirate]

😃😅😂🤣

[Sandie1961 Graduate10]

The weather has been so uplifting this week, hasn’t it? Nice run for you, but don’t risk being in pain. I braved Aldi this morning for my weekly shop - 20 minute wait to get in, but managed to get almost everything 😃

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Sandie1961]

Not bad then. Yes, lovely uplifting spring weather ☀️😊

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate]

Well done you... husband's meds are all available at the moment... ! Also.. the local chemist is delivering to him, he is 74 ) and no charge

Hope that all stays well for you and that you are managing to keep safe

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Oldfloss]

All good here so far 😊

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Sorry to hear this Baddie - my prescriptions aren't due for another couple of weeks, but I must admit I haven't heard of any problems so far .

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

Mine aren't either, I'm just panicking in good time. After the Brexit vote I called the manufacturer to find out where they are made... India!

[limberlou Graduate10]

I order my prescription from Boots online. You can set up reminders and they post it to your house. I’ve only had one issue in over a year. They sent the wrong inhaler once, I rang them and they told me to take the wrong one into my local Boots, which I did, and the correct one arrived the next morning.

[Mands50]

I work in a GP surgery and we are doing our best to fulfill all prescriptions that are due. I wouldn’t recommend cutting back your medications without a Doctor’s advice. If you put your prescription request in a week or so before you need your next medications you should get them on time. Great run and well done 👍

[BaddieThePirate Graduate10 in reply to Mands50]

Thank you. Everyone is working so hard. Those 4 pills a day change my life 😊