North Hobart Pharmacy

04/12/2025

✨ Don’t let medication worries interrupt your festive joy! 🎄💊
This holiday season, focus on what truly matters — family, fun & celebration. ❤️

We’re here to make sure your health stays on track!
With Chemist2U delivery, your medicines can arrive right at your doorstep — quickly, safely & stress-free. 🚚🏠

So relax, enjoy the season, and let us take care of the rest.
Your wellbeing is our priority — we are always here for you! 🌟
Order now through the Chemist2U app and relax this festive season! 🎄

04/12/2025

🎄✨ Stay Healthy This Holiday Season ✨🎄
The festive season is filled with joy, celebrations, and delicious food… but sometimes that also means acid reflux and heartburn sneaking in 😣🍽️🔥

Don’t let discomfort spoil your Christmas lunch!
We are open throughout the holiday season to support your health needs — from heartburn relief to everyday essentials 💙💊

✔️ Professional advice
✔️ Fast-acting remedies
✔️ Caring support when you need it most

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and heartburn-free Christmas! 💚❤️
Enjoy the season… and feel good doing it! 🌟

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03/12/2025

End-of-year exhaustion, family tensions, financial pressures, social expectations… December can feel overwhelming for many of us. 💭✨

So how do we reach the finish line feeling physically and emotionally healthier with stronger relationships than when we started?

💛 Set healthy boundaries
💛 Prioritise your wellbeing
💛 Communicate kindly and openly
💛 Embrace joy in the small moments
💛 Remember: it’s okay to say “NO”

You deserve peace and balance, not burnout. Let’s wrap up this year healthier, happier, and connected with the people who truly matter. 🌟

Take a deep breath… you’ve got this! 🤗💪

01/12/2025

🌿 Constipation Awareness Month 🌿

Constipation is more common than you think and often goes untreated for far too long.

Watch for key signs: infrequent bowel movements, hard or lumpy stools, straining, bloating, abdominal discomfort, or a feeling of incomplete emptying.

Your local pharmacist can help with expert advice on:
✔ Safe laxative options
✔ Increasing fibre & fluid intake
✔ Reviewing medications that may cause constipation
✔ Lifestyle changes to keep your bowels healthy

If symptoms persist, we’ll guide you on when to seek medical care.
💚 Don’t suffer in silence talk to your pharmacist today.

30/11/2025

🌍 World AIDS Day 2025
Today, we stand with WHO, partners, and communities under the theme:
“Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response.”

The HIV response is at a critical crossroads. Services are being disrupted, and many communities face increased risks — yet hope remains strong.
Through sustained political leadership, international cooperation, and human-rights-centred action, we can end AIDS by 2030.

❤️ Let’s honour the resilience and innovation of communities who continue to lead the way.

25/11/2025

Hearing Australia is in store today from 10:00 - 2:00 so be sure to pop in and get your FREE hearing check!

Hearing Australia is coming to North Hobart Pharmacy.

25/11/2025

SPF has become a major topic of discussion this year after a report from consumer group Choice revealed that several sunscreens were not providing the level of protection stated on their labels.

This has led many people to question how SPF testing is performed and what the SPF rating actually means.

SPF (Sun Protection Factor) refers to how much protection a sunscreen provides from Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays—the rays most responsible for sunburn and increasing the risk of skin cancer.

The SPF number reflects how much UVB is prevented from reaching the skin (keeping in mind that no sunscreen blocks 100% of UV rays).

SPF 50 allows around 1/50th of UVB to reach the skin (about 2%), meaning it blocks roughly 98% of UVB radiation.

SPF 30 allows about 1/30th (3.3%), meaning it blocks around 96.7%.

It’s also important to understand that SPF testing occurs under controlled laboratory conditions. Sunscreen is applied generously to a small skin area, then exposed to simulated UV light, and results are compared with unprotected skin.

In real life, many people don’t apply enough sunscreen, miss certain areas, or don’t allow the product to absorb fully before going into the sun. Even the highest-rated sunscreen won’t work effectively unless applied correctly and reapplied every two hours, or after swimming or sweating.

If you’re unsure which sunscreen suits you or your family, speak with your local pharmacist for guidance on SPF ratings, water resistance, sports suitability, finish types, and whether a lotion, spray, or roll-on is best for your needs.

And remember—choosing an SPF 30 (ideally SPF 50+) sunscreen is only one part of sun protection.
Always slip on protective clothing, slop on sunscreen, slap on a wide-brimmed hat, seek shade and slide on sunglasses 😎

Taking the right precautions and not relying on sunscreen alone is the safest way to enjoy a beautiful Aussie summer while staying sun smart!

21/11/2025

🚗💚 Drive-Through Convenience for Busy Parents!
No more unbuckling the kids, no more rushing in and out — simply call ahead, place your order, pay over the phone, and drive through to pick it up.

We’ll bring your items straight to your car so you can stay comfortable, safe, and stress-free.
Perfect for mums, dads, and anyone on the go! 🌿👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

19/11/2025

🌍 World COPD Day 2025
Today, the world unites to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). A long-term lung condition that causes breathlessness, chronic cough, and frequent chest infections. Many people remain undiagnosed until the disease has already progressed.

If you notice ongoing breathlessness or persistent cough, don’t ignore the signs. Early detection and proper management can significantly improve quality of life.

💙 Visit your local pharmacy and get your lung health checked.

Pharmacists can assess symptoms, review inhaler technique, support smoking cessation, and guide you toward the right care. Let’s spread awareness, encourage early diagnosis, and support those living with chronic lung disease.

19/11/2025

🌍 World COPD Day

“Short of Breath, Think COPD.”

Today, we join the global community to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). A major health condition affecting millions worldwide. If you or someone you know is experiencing breathlessness, chronic cough, or frequent chest infections, don’t ignore the signs.

Pharmacists play a vital role in COPD care with:
✔️ Symptom checks
✔️ Inhaler technique reviews
✔️ Smoking cessation support
✔️ Medication counselling
✔️ Referral pathways to GPs and respiratory specialists
✔️ Oxygen therapy guidance (when appropriate)
Early diagnosis and proper management can significantly improve quality of life.
Let’s spread awareness, encourage early detection, and support those living with COPD.

💙 Caring for our community’s respiratory health.

19/11/2025

Morning tea for a meaningful cause ☕💙
North Hobart Pharmacy raised COPD awareness with our lovely patients today!

COPD Signs: cough, breathlessness, wheeze, chest infections, mucus.
Manage: quit smoking, use inhalers, exercise, rehab, avoid triggers, stay vaccinated.

Thank you to everyone who visited and shared a cuppa with us! 🌼

19/11/2025

💙 International Men’s Day 2025 – Celebrating Men and Boys 💙
Today, we honour the men and boys who work tirelessly to support their families, uplift their communities, and lead with strength, kindness, and resilience.

This year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys,” reminds us how important it is to create environments where men feel connected, valued and appreciated — not just today, but every single day.

We acknowledge the real challenges many men and boys face, and we celebrate their diversity, individuality, and the positive roles they play in our lives.

Whether it's fathers strengthening bonds with their sons, mentors guiding younger boys, or men showing up for their families with love and responsibility — your impact is powerful, meaningful, and deeply appreciated.

Thank you for everything you do to protect, provide, nurture, and inspire. 💙