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Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Vaccine: Protection for Mum & Bub(Post)
Pertussis, otherwise known as Whooping Cough, is a highly contagious respiratory infection. Despite a vaccine being available on the National Immunisation Program, the number of reported cases ...
Managing the Cough & Cold in Children(Post)[embed]https://youtu.be/hwWwKDhJVVE[/embed] Did you know children generally get 5-7 Colds a year? No one likes to see the little ones in discomfort and suffering from the symptoms of a Cough, Co ...
What You Need to Know About Whooping Cough(Post)DID YOU KNOW? People over the age of 16 years no longer need a prescription to receive a Whooping Cough, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Measles, Mumps, Rubella or Flu vaccination. Which means, at selected Phar ...
Getting to know the signs and symptoms of the most common Winter illnesses (Post)When the temperature drops, sniffles start and winter becomes prime time for colds, flus and a whole lineup of respiratory illnesses. It’s the season of snotty tissues, steamy soups and sick da ...
World Immunisation Week 2016 – Immunisation for All Throughout Life(Post)This week is World Immunisation Week with The World Health Organisation (WHO) focusing on “Closing the Immunisation Gap – Immunisation for all throughout life”. Let's close the gap for th ...
Have Your Winter Wellness Essentials Kit Ready to Combat Winter (Post)Have you ever caught yourself in a moment of sickness when you just can’t leave the house? There’s nothing worse than feeling your worst and having to get up out of bed, get dressed and f ...
10 Ways to Keep the Flu at Bay this Season(Post)As a family, we all like to share our love with one another but sometimes, there are just some things we prefer not to have shared with us. Top of the list at this time of the year is the flu virus.& ...
Preparing for Flu Season: Health Tips to Keep Your Family Healthy (Post)As the cooler months approach, so does flu season. Autumn provides a key opportunity to strengthen the immune system. By taking proactive steps in the autumn, you can give your immune system the re ...
What You Need To Know About COVID-19(Post)WHAT IS COVID-19?The coronavirus is not one type of virus; it is a large family of viruses that also includes SARS and other respiratory illnesses. The term "corona," is from a Latin ...
On the Frontline with the Flu(Post)It’s only the beginning of the flu season but the number of flu cases is already high for this time of the year and is only expected to increase as the flu season progresses. How can you protec ...
Conjunctivitis: The Eye-Popping Truth! (Post)Welcome to the world of eye health, where today’s star is the infamous but often misunderstood Conjunctivitis! Also known as "pinkeye," this condition is the culprit behind those red, itchy and ...
Managing Asthma in Winter (Post)Staying in Control During the Cold Season Winter can be a challenging time for people with asthma. Cold air, seasonal illnesses and indoor allergens can trigger symptoms and exacerbate existing ...
Solving Little Dramas with Little Noses Saline(Post)Did you know that it's common for children to have up to 12 viral illnesses per year in the first few years of life? And one of the most common is the cold with nasal congestion in newborns, babies a ...
Asthma in Australia - Managing Asthma Effectively(Post)Did you now that around 1 in 10 Aussies have asthma? With all the asthma medications available including asthma preventers and asthma relievers, why is asthma still the 4th highest chronic cond ...
Lung Cancer Awareness(Post)Understanding, Prevention and SupportOctober is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to shed light on this serious health issue that affects thousands of Australians every year. At Pharmacy 4 ...
How to relieve your Blocked Nose during pregnancy(Post)With all the symptoms that you get whilst pregnant, you now have a blocked nose. But how do you know if it is pregnancy rhinitis or is it the common cold that’s circulating around now it is win ...
Sore Throat Action; Understanding, Treating and Knowing When to See a GP (Post)A sore throat can strike at any time, making swallowing painful and speaking uncomfortable. While it is often a minor inconvenience it can sometimes indicate a more serious condition. Understanding t ...
458 Aussies give their best immune booster tips(Post)Winter is upon us folks. It’s time to snuggle into our scarves, grow out our beards and dust off our best recipes to ward off nasty colds!We asked our followers on Facebook for their best immune syst ...
Food Allergy, Adrenaline Injectors & the Signs of Anaphylaxis: What You Need to Know (Before You Need to Know It)(Post)Food allergies aren't just picky eating with flair, for some people even a tiny trace of the wrong food can cause a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis. That’s why having an adrenaline ...
10 Plants To Avoid This Hay Fever Season | Blog(Post)It’s official, hay fever season is here! That’s bad news for the 1 in every 5 people in Australia who suffer from hay fever. Interestingly, despite its name, hay fever isn’t actually a fever, nor doe ...
6 Exercises To Do When You're Pregnant (And 5 To Avoid)(Post)A common question expecting women ask is, “Can I exercise when pregnant, and if so, how much?” The answer to this is a resounding yes, but you might have to alter your usual exercise routine.6 exerci ...
Asthma in Australia: How to use a Spacer (Post)Asthma is a long-term condition that affects the lungs and airways. When exposed to a trigger the airways narrow making it more difficult to breathe. The narrowing of the airways is caused by 3 fac ...
3 Vitamins That Will Help Keep Your Family Well This Winter(Post)Each time this year, we all start looking for ways to keep ourselves and our families well during winter. After all, no one likes to be struck down with a cold or flu and the accompanying sore throat ...
Flu Vaccine(Page)A resurgence of the flu is expected coming into winter every year. The best protection against the flu and its complications is getting the flu vaccination. Book your flu shot with Pharmacy 4 Les ...