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Osteoporosis: Prevention and Treatment.

OSTEOPOROSIS: Prevention and Treatment Diet and lifestyle factors can impact our bone strength, and the risk of osteoporosis. The most effective way of strengthening bones and preventing an osteoporot... More

5 healthy tips for working from home

The COVID-19 pandemic means that all of us are having to adopt some very significant lifestyle changes. Whether you’re social distancing, self-isolating or have been instructed to work from home... More

5 of the best health apps

Health and fitness are one of the top categories in the app store, and it’s easy to see why these kinds of apps are so popular. With many of us struggling to find the time and motivation to star... More

5 ways to exercise from home for free

We may be limited in where we can exercise at the moment, but staying active remains as important as ever for good health. Luckily, you don’t need to visit a gym or studio to maintain a good fit... More

6 effects stress has on your body

All of us will stress face at some point in our life. Whether it’s an impending deadline at work, the pressure that comes from managing your own business, renovating a home, or running a househo... More

6 tips to beat the winter blues

In Australia, we’re lucky to still see plenty of sunshine on most winter days - however, while we might not be as susceptible to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) as our European and North Ameri... More

8 home-based activities for the whole family

Flattening the COVID-19 curve means that we all have to stay home as much as possible. For many families, this presents a unique challenge of keeping boredom at bay and finding activities that are fun... More

At home exercises to get you moving

Whether you’re trying to save money, live in a remote area, or simply can’t spare the time to work out, there are lots of ways that you can get active from the comfort of your home. No mat... More

Cold Sores

Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) which is related to the virus that causes genital herpes. These viruses cause infection in your mouth or genital areas and can be sprea... More

Common digestive symptoms and how to treat them

How is your gut? If all is going well in your digestive system, it’s probably not a part of your body you give too much thought to. But if you’re experiencing symptoms like reflux, bloatin... More

Common winter skin conditions and how to prevent them

When it comes to maintaining healthy skin, winter can get a bad rap. It’s not the season itself that’s the culprit, but often the environment that we create to combat the cold. Heating sys... More

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the thin clear layer on the white of the eyes (conjunctiva) and is sometimes called ‘pink eye’. Conjunctivitis brochure (104KB PDF) More

COVID-19 Vaccines and Pregnancy What you need to know

Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is everyone’s best bet at protecting themselves and those around them from the virus. But if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive, you ... More

Dry Eyes

Dry eyes are caused when there is not enough protective, lubricating liquid (‘tears’), or the lubricating liquid does not work properly. Dry eyes occur more commonly as people get older. D... More

Easy ways to eat more vegetables

Eating a diet that’s full of fresh, colourful fruits and vegetables is the best way to make sure that your body has all the nutrients it needs to stay healthy and well. According to The Australi... More

Everything you need to know about vitamin D

Often when we talk about sun exposure , there are discussions on balancing the need to protect ourselves against the harmful UV radiation from the sun against the need for adequate levels of vitamin ... More

First aid for bites and stings

Summer means the sea, sunshine, fresh air and fun. While it’s all good and well to make the most of the outdoors, it does mean that we all need to be a little more cautious when it comes to bite... More

Five ways to banish painful chafing in summer

The combination of sweat, heat and friction in the warmer months can lead to painful chafing that can be identified by a painful red rash. Chafing can occur anywhere, but it’s most common betwee... More

Five ways to exercise as a family

We all know that getting enough exercise is key for maintaining good health. It’s not just about building muscle or reaching a healthy weight (although these things are very important) — i... More

Five ways your pharmacist can save you money

If you’re someone with a chronic illness, or if you have a large family, the cost of healthcare, including over the counter and prescription medicines, can really add up over time. Your communit... More

Health, Wellness and Chronic Diseases

Everyone wants to be, and feel, well. ‘Wellness’ is more than just being free of disease – it also includes emotional, physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Health, Wellness & ... More

Here's how to better manage your diabetes meds

According to RMIT University , 280 Australians are diagnosed with diabetes every day — that’s one every five minutes, making it one of the fastest-growing chronic conditions to affect Aus... More

Here’s what to do with old and expired medicine

In general, we know that hoarding is a bad habit. While hoarding regular belongings and household items may be unhealthy and untidy, when it comes to hoarding medicines, there can be very serious heal... More

How much screen time is too much?

More than ever before, our lives are spent in front of screens. We use them for work, play, socialising and even running errands. Our children can be exposed to screens from infancy and therein begins... More

How to fight age-related muscle loss

Sarcopenia is a word that’s used to describe age-related muscle loss and strength, and it’s estimated to affect approximately one-third of older people. Muscle loss isn’t about vani... More

How to get a good nights sleep

The importance of sleep is often underestimated and plays an essential role in how we feel day to day. A good night’s sleep can improve mental and physical well-being improving your quality of l... More

How to get better sleep

Everyone sleeps, but it’s only recently that the media and researchers are beginning to realise just how important sleep is for our overall health. A lack of sleep can impact our immunity, our a... More

How to spring clean your medicine cabinet

If we were to take a peek at your family’s medicine cabinet, what would we find? Do you have a ‘medicine drawer’, a cupboard in the bathroom, or a box stored somewhere in your kitche... More

How to stay healthy on a budget

These days, it seems like a new wellness trend is popping up every week. Magazines, bloggers and celebrities seem to regularly tout the benefits of pricey superfoods, expensive supplements and treatme... More

Is it a spider bite? Here’s how to tell — and what to do

Did you know that we have thousands of different species of spiders in Australia? Some spider bites can be very serious. If you’ve been bitten (or suspect you’ve been bitten) by a funnel-w... More

Is it allergies or a cold?

If you’re suffering from symptoms like nasal congestion, sneezing, and fatigue, it can be difficult to tell what’s going on. Is it a cold , or is it an allergy? This can be especially cha... More

Leave certificates at Capital Chemist

There’s nothing worse than waking up feeling tired, aching, or having congestion. Coming down with a cold or the flu isn’t pleasant for anyone - and on top of that, you then have to make t... More

Multivitamins for the whole family

Our bodies need vitamins and minerals to stay healthy and most are sourced from the foods we eat. But sometimes eating the recommended amount of fruit, vegetables and protein each day is hard for the ... More

Quit Smoking

The nicotine in cigarettes is addictive, making it very hard to quit smoking, but it is never too early, or too late, to quit smoking and improve your health. Quit Smoking brochure (111KB PDF) More

Spring clean your health with these 5 simple swaps

Spring is a great season to think about ways that can improve your health. Much in the same way that we spring clean our houses, it’s the perfect time to think about letting go of unhealthy habi... More

The everyday vitamins your body needs

Most people know that vitamins and minerals play an essential role in good health and that it’s important to try and get these nutrients through our diet. At any one time, there are many things ... More

These are the fruits and vegetables to eat this spring

You might have heard that “eating seasonally” being good for you, but you might not know exactly why, or which fruit and vegetables are in season. One of the reasons why eating seasonally... More

This is how to feel less lonely while social distancing

There are a lot of people in the world right now who are in quarantine, self-isolating or social distancing. Despite the fact that we’re all sharing this experience, it’s easy to feel isol... More

Tips for staying motivated this winter

When the temperature drops, it can be very tempting to spend your time rugged up on the couch, watching TV and indulging in comfort food. While it might feel more challenging to get up, get moving and... More

To work or not to work?

Best practice for flu season, and office protocol when cold and flu strikes your desk The pressure to push through the fog when we get sick rises in today’s day and age with an ever-increasing ... More

Vitamins for healthy adults

In an ideal world, each of us would get the vitamins and minerals that we need through our diets. Unfortunately, many of us struggle to consume the types and quantities of real foods to give us nutrie... More

Vitamins to help you feel healthy and well

In an ideal world, you’d get all of the vitamins and minerals your body needs through good nutrition alone. In this same ideal world, you’d also get enough quality sleep every night, adequ... More

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