TerryWhite Chemmart Lavington

17/11/2025

16/11/2025

Have a look at what Jeff Nelson been up to in retirement!
Any donations gratefully accepted 🙂

Hi from Elizabeth Harangozo and Jeff Nelson. In January 2026 our family and a group of f… Jeff Nelson needs your support for House build for New Hope Cambodia

16/11/2025

16/11/2025

SPF has been a hot topic since the report from consumer group Choice earlier this year finding a number of sunscreens were not providing the protection they claim on their packaging.

While the fallout from this report and the subsequent investigation by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is ongoing, one thing is for certain: rigorous testing of SPF levels is a good thing. Though these findings have raised questions on how that testing occurs, and more broadly on what SPF actually is.

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor. It refers to how much protection a sunscreen provides from Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, which are most likely to cause sunburn and skin cancer.

The SPF rating indicates how much UVB is blocked from reaching the skin (understanding no sunscreen can ever block 100% of UV rays). SPF50 should allow only around 1/50th of UVB to reach the skin, equal to 2%, meaning it blocks 98% of UVB radiation. SPF30 should allow only 1/30th (3.3%), meaning it blocks around 96.7%, and so on.

It’s important to remember that SPF testing is carried out in laboratories under controlled settings, where sunscreen is liberally applied to a small area of skin which is then exposed to simulated UV light, with results over time compared to unprotected areas of skin.

In reality, a lot of people don’t apply enough sunscreen, miss patches over their body, or don’t wait long enough for it to soak in before sun exposure. Even the best sunscreen won’t be very effective unless applied properly and reapplied every two hours (or after swimming or sweating).

You should also ask your TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacist about the right sunscreen to suit you and your family, including SPF ratings, water resistance, sport suitability, finish types, and lotion vs spray vs roll-on.

And remember, while it’s important to choose a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 (ideally 50+), slopping that on is only one part of sun protection. Don’t forget to slip on protective clothing, slap on a wide-brimmed hat, seek shade and slide on sunglasses 😎

Taking the right precautions and not relying on sunscreen alone is the best way to enjoy our beautiful Aussie summers while staying sun smart!

📝 Matthew Pilkington
📍 TerryWhite Chemmart Fourways Devonport and Kingston Plaza, Tasmania

14/11/2025

Look at what Jeff has been up to in retirement! Any support would be gratefully accepted 🙂

Hi from Elizabeth Harangozo and Jeff Nelson. In January 2026 our family and a group of f… Jeff Nelson needs your support for House build for New Hope Cambodia

09/11/2025

Are you looking for a new job? We are wanting to hire a Pharmacy Assistant for an average of 30 hours per week which will include some weekend work. Experience is preferred but not necessary.
If you are friendly, honest, reliable and love providing exceptional customer service then send a cover letter and your resume to: pharmacy@twclavington.com.au 🙂

01/11/2025

We all know how it feels the day after a poor sleep. Low energy, lack of focus and irritability are classic signs of a restless night.

These short-term impacts are obvious as they affect your day-to-day functioning, but I find many people underestimate the serious long-term health impacts of sleep deprivation.

Consistently sleeping less than the recommend amount (7-9 hours per night for adults) increases your risk for a range of conditions from type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke to dementia and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Sleep deprivation also weakens your immune system, leaving you more vulnerable to sickness.

Of course, it’s not easy for some people to achieve a consistent sleep schedule, particularly shift workers or those with young children. But if you’re able to do so, you need to be prioritising it. ‘Hustle culture’ encourages us to maximise our waking hours to get more done, but burning the candle at both ends only results in you burning out.

Here are a few ways you can improve your ‘sleep hygiene’ to give your body more time to rest and recover:

🕘 If you can, stick to a regular bedtime and wakeup schedule (including weekends)
🔇 Optimise your bedroom for sleep (quiet, dark and cool room with comfy bedding etc.)
🏃 Increase your physical activity during the day
☕ Avoid stimulants like caffeine or ni****ne close to bed
📴 Put your phone away an hour or so before bed
🌞 Keep daytime napping to a minimum

There are some conditions that impact your sleeping patterns which require more attention. Sleep apnoea is a serious disorder which causes your breathing to repeatedly stop and start during the night.

Many people don’t even realise they have sleep apnoea, but there are some signs to look out for, such as loud snoring, waking up gasping or choking, waking with a headache or sore throat and excessive daytime sleepiness.

CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy can be lifechanging for people with sleep apnoea, but there is still stigma around wearing a CPAP mask to bed. Some worry about how it looks or that it will disrupt their routine, but I’ve seen it completely transform people’s quality of life by helping them finally sleep through the night.

Whether you need to consider CPAP therapy or just practice better sleep hygiene, getting more good-quality sleep benefits you and those around you. Remember, the most productive thing you can do to set yourself up for success is to sleep!

If you’re struggling with sleep or concerned about sleep apnoea, chat with your local TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacist about how to improve your sleep, including whether CPAP therapy is suitable for you.

Liam Manov
TerryWhite Chemmart, Karrinyup, WA

01/11/2025

31/10/2025

Today we said goodbye to one of our fantastic pharmacists, Mohamed (celebrating with pizza for lunch). We will miss him but wish him and Feena all the best in their move to Queensland

29/10/2025

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