North Hobart Pharmacy

15/11/2025

Be sure to come in on 26/11/25 from 10am-2pm for your free hearing test!!

Hearing Australia is coming to North Hobart Pharmacy.

15/11/2025

💙 World Diabetes Day 2025 | A New Way of Understanding Diabetes 🌍

Today, on World Diabetes Day, I’m reflecting on the science and the growing movement among researchers, clinicians, and pharmacists who are advocating for a new, more holistic approach to Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes is not just about blood sugar. It’s about lifestyle, early detection, nutrition, stress, sleep, medication optimisation, and a supportive healthcare network.
With over 1 in 20 Australians living with diabetes, the shift toward prevention and personalised care has never been more important.

At Aussie Care Hub Midnight Pharmacy, we are committed to supporting our community through:
✔ Personalised medicines advice
✔ Diabetes medication and device counselling
✔ Lifestyle & diet support
✔ Blood glucose guidance
✔ Full access to pharmacists every day, open till midnight

✨ Diabetes is manageable and you are never alone.

Visit our pharmacy and let’s work together toward better long-term health.

15/11/2025

💙 World Diabetes Day 2025

Today, we’re reflecting on the science and the global movement reshaping how we understand and treat Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes is manageable, with the right support, monitoring, and lifestyle changes.

Visit your local pharmacy and speak with our pharmacists today.🔎

15/11/2025

🌍 World Diabetes Day 2025 | Rethinking Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes 🩺💙

Today, on World Diabetes Day, I’m reflecting on the science and the growing global movement of health professionals, researchers, and community leaders who are calling for a major shift in how we understand, prevent, and manage Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes is no longer just a medical condition — it’s a public health priority, impacting millions of Australians and shaping the future of healthcare.
From early screening and lifestyle support to workplace health programs and accessible community pharmacy care, we are learning that diabetes management must be proactive, personalised, and holistic.

💙 Key Messages This Year:
• Focus on prevention through healthier workplaces and communities
• Early education and regular monitoring to reduce long-term complications
• Supporting patients with personalised care, medication review, and lifestyle counselling
• Empowering families and workplaces to create healthier environments

As pharmacists, we are at the frontline — helping people understand their risks, reviewing medicines, monitoring blood glucose, providing coaching, and guiding them towards healthier living every single day.

✨ Diabetes is manageable. With the right support, you can take control — not the disease.
Visit your local pharmacy, ask questions, and prioritise your health.

13/11/2025

Hearing Australia is coming to North Hobart Pharmacy.

13/11/2025

We really do love our customers 👠

13/11/2025

💙 World Diabetes Day 🌍

1 in 15 Australians are living with diabetes — and many don’t even know it.
Early detection saves lives! 🙌

Watch out for these signs 👀
💧 Feeling thirsty all the time
😴 Constant tiredness
⚖️ Sudden weight changes
👣 Slow-healing cuts
👁️ Blurred vision

💙 Type 1 – The body makes little or no insulin (autoimmune, often from childhood).
💙 Type 2 – The body doesn’t use insulin properly (linked to lifestyle, develops slowly).

🩺 Our pharmacists are here to help!

Visit our pharmacy today for:
✔️ Diabetes checks & glucose monitoring
✔️ Lifestyle & diet support
✔️ Medication guidance

Let’s fight diabetes together — one healthy choice at a time! 💪

13/11/2025

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 many people underestimate the serious long-term health consequences of sleep deprivation.

Consistently sleeping less than the recommended amount (7–9 hours per night for adults) increases your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, dementia, and mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. It also weakens your immune system, making you more vulnerable to illness.

Of course, achieving a consistent sleep schedule isn’t always easy — especially for shift workers or parents of young children. But where possible, prioritising sleep is essential. ‘Hustle culture’ celebrates maximising waking hours, but burning the candle at both ends eventually leads to burnout.

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

🕘 Stick to a regular bedtime and wake-up schedule (including weekends)
🔇 Optimise your bedroom for sleep — keep it quiet, dark, and cool
🏃 Stay physically active during the day
☕ Avoid caffeine and ni****ne close to bedtime
📴 Put your phone away an hour before bed
🌞 Keep daytime naps short

Some conditions can significantly impact sleep and require further attention. Sleep apnoea is a serious disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts throughout the night.

Many people don’t even realise they have sleep apnoea. Signs can include loud snoring, waking up gasping or choking, morning headaches or sore throat, and excessive daytime sleepiness.

If you’re struggling with sleep or are concerned about sleep apnoea, chat with your local pharmacist about steps you can take to improve your sleep and overall wellbeing.

12/11/2025

🌸 Cervical Cancer Awareness Week 🌸

Did you know? Around 900 Australian women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year, and sadly, about 200 lose their lives — yet most cases are preventable through regular screening and vaccination. 💙

🔍 Early Warning Signs to Watch For:

Abnormal vaginal bleeding (after s*x, between periods, or after menopause)

Unusual vaginal discharge

Pain during s*x or in the pelvic area

💪 Early detection saves lives!
Regular Cervical Screening Tests (CST) can detect changes before they turn into cancer, giving you the best chance for successful treatment.

✅ Come and speak to our pharmacist to learn more about cervical cancer prevention, HPV vaccination, and screening options — because early detection truly makes a difference. 💜

12/11/2025

💙 Don’t let Diabetes dictate your life — dictate it instead! 💪

This World Diabetes Day 2025, the theme “Diabetes in the Workplace” reminds us that good health and productivity go hand in hand. 🏢💼

Diabetes is a manageable condition — with healthy habits, regular monitoring, and open conversations, you can thrive at work and beyond. 🌿

✅ Eat balanced meals
✅ Stay active during your workday
✅ Monitor your blood sugar
✅ Discuss your plan regularly with your pharmacist or doctor

📍 Visit our pharmacy today and talk with our pharmacist about how you can manage diabetes confidently through lifestyle changes and medication support. 💙

11/11/2025

New Arrival at North Hobart Pharmacy!

We’re are now stocking Olive & Bee Intimate Cream — a gentle, natural solution for intimate skin care. 💛

Why choose Olive & Bee?

•Made from just two natural ingredients olive oil & beeswax

• Provides soothing moisture and relief from dryness

•Free from parabens, preservatives, and fragrances

• Perfect for sensitive skin and menopausal dryness

•Can also be used as a general moisturiser, makeup remover, or barrier cream

Come in and grab yours today ! 🫒🐝