Mediconsul Pharmacy Group in Croydon, New South Wales | Pharmacy/chemists

Mediconsul Pharmacy Group

Locality: Croydon, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9745 2048

Address: 18 The Strand 2133 Croydon, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.mediconsul.com.au

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25.01.2022 As we come to the end of our focus on diabetes health throughout July-August, remember we're always here to help if you or a loved one is living with diabetes! Our Pharmacists have expertise to help with diabetes wellness we provide services and care all year round. Next time you're in store, ask our friendly team about how we can help with diabetes wellness.

24.01.2022 It's citrus season! Buying fruits and veggies in season can be a benefit to both your wallet, and overall health! Eating fruits and veggies in their natural seasons encourages you to eat a wide range of different fruits and vegetables throughout the year, giving you a variety in your diet! What fruits can you just not wait for to come into season?

24.01.2022 Planning on doing a bit of gardening this spring? Grass and pollen allergies can affect those who suffer from them when it comes to tending the garden, but there are lots of ways to reduce your exposure and keep healthy this Spring! It is wise to avoid mowing the grass if you can, and stay inside when it is being mown. If you are the only one who can mow it, remember to wear a mask and take a non-drowsy antihistamine before you start that mower. Gardening in the mid-aftern...oon is also a wiser idea than gardening in the morning, as pollen counts can be higher as the morning dew evaporates. Choosing the right plants for your garden can help too. Plant flowers and trees that are insect-pollinated, rather than wind-pollinated to reduce the amount of pollen blowing around in your yard. If you need help with allergy symptom relief and prevention, have a chat to our Pharmacists today. See more

23.01.2022 The labels on your medicines contain a lot of information. It's name, the dose, and something you might not look at as often - the expiry date. If the medicine is not something you use often, or stopped using, you may find it is out of date. Routinely going through your first aid kit and medine cabinet and checking the expiry dates on your medicines is an important step to reducing possible accidents from someone taking or using something they shouldn't. If you find something that is past it's date, set it aside somewhere safe and bring it into the Pharmacy as soon as you can for proper disposal.

23.01.2022 It's time to talk about UV! UV stands for Ultraviolet, a type of radiation that is produced by the sun, and some artificial sources. Unlike light or heat, you cannot feel UV radiation, which is what makes it so deadly. UV can penetrate clouds too, so your skin can sustain a lot of damage from UV before you even notice. UV is measured in strength through the UV index, which can be found on weather forecast websites like http://www.bom.gov.au/uv/ Protection is recommended (s...unscreen, hats, glasses, covering clothing, you know the drill!) when the UV index reaches 3 or higher, so keeping an eye on the UV throughout the day will let you know how strong it is, and when to stay inside or in the shade and protect your skin. Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 50+ can help provide you with extra protection when you are out and about in the open. If you are not sure what kind of sunscreen will be best for you, or you have sensitive skin, have a chat to our team and we can help you find a sunscreen solution! See more

23.01.2022 Even if you usually do not suffer from asthma or allergies, thunderstorm asthma is something you should know about. Thunderstorm asthma is triggered by a combination of grass pollen in the air and certain thunderstorm conditions. It can occur when pollen grains are drawn up into the clouds as a thunderstorm forms. The pollen grains absorb water, swell and burst open. Particles containing pollen allergens are released and are so small that they can be breathed into the lungs. The weather conditions can push these tiny particles down to ground level then along the ground in the winds that come ahead of the rain. Those who do suffer from asthma and hay fever are more at risk from serious complications due to thunderstorm asthma, so if this is you, come in and see our Pharmacist to make sure you have a plan ready.

22.01.2022 When was the last time you had a chat to your Pharmacist about your medicines? MedsChecks are one of many important tasks our Pharmacists do, taking time to sit down with you and discuss how you are going with your medicines, whether anything could be better, and discuss any other potential questions you may have about managing your medications. If you have never had a MedsCheck, or are due for another one, give the Pharmacy a call today and we can help organise one for you.

21.01.2022 October is already looking very pink, welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women in Australia according to the Cancer Council (aside from non-melanoma skin cancer), so this October we are encouraging all the lovely ladies, and friends and family of lovely ladies, to remind each other to get screened. From the age of 40 (though you only receive an invite from the age of 50), mammogram screening is free through the BreastScreen Australia Program. Early detection could save your life, so make sure you get screened regularly! For more information, you can visit: https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information//breast-cancer

20.01.2022 Fancy a new fridge? Maybe you've got your eye on a new tv? You could win a $3000 home appliances voucher just by shopping in our Pharmacy! From now until the 6th of December, simply scanning your LifeClub card every time you shop will enter you into the draw for this amazing prize. Not a LifeClub member yet? It's free to join - just ask our friendly team in-store! Terms and conditions apply, see in-store for full details.

20.01.2022 When it comes to the dates on your foods, do you know the difference between Best Before and Use By? If you have a product that is "best before" a certain date, it is still okay to eat for a while after this date, but it may have lost a bit of quality by this point. If your product has "use by" on it though, these foods are a little bit more serious. if sold and consumed after this date, they could pose a health and safety risk to the person consuming them, so it is best to f...ollow the label and dispose of these if they pass this date. Some products may have a "use by" date that is well into the future when you buy it, but keep an eye on "once opened" warnings too. Some of these products stay well preserved in their packaging, but once they are opened may only last a few days or weeks. Remember, foodborne illness can be serious, so if you are not sure about a food, trust your gut and dispose of it safely! See more

19.01.2022 Woohoo! Our new LifeClub competition is here! You could be in to win a big help for your Spring cleaning, with a Koh prize pack worth over $150! Simply scan your LifeClub card when shopping in the Pharmacy to enter the draw. Terms and conditions apply, see in the Pharmacy for full details.

19.01.2022 This week is Women's Health Week While it may look a little different this year, it is still a time for us to turn our focus to the health of all the ladies and girls in our community. There are some fantastic online events being held, everything from women's health talks to yoga classes! You can find out more at https://www.womenshealthweek.com.au/the-week/

18.01.2022 There is still time to win! Just by shopping in our Pharmacy and scanning your LifeClub card, you could be in to win a fabulous eco-friendly cleaning pack worth $150! Hurry though, the competition ends soon! T&C apply. If you're not a LifeClub member yet, just ask one of our team members in-store to sign you up! There are a ton of great perks to being a member, and it's completely free!

17.01.2022 This week is Sleep Awareness Week! Getting good sleep is crucial to making sure your mental and physical health stays at it's peak. When we aren't getting appropriate, quality sleep, our bodies don't have time to rest and repair, and our brain doesn't have the time to process information it has learned efficiently. If you are having problems with your sleep, have a chat to your Pharmacist today, so we can help you get back to sleeping like a baby again. For more information about Sleep Awareness Week, visit https://www.sleephealthfoundation.org.au/ #SAW2020 #SleepAwarenessWeek

17.01.2022 Have you nominated your local hero yet? There is still time! If you know someone really super, send in your entry and they could be in to win a $100 LifeClub voucher! We have loved hearing about all the amazing people in our community so far. You can nominate your local hero in our Pharmacy or via the link below: https://lifeclub.com.au/site/local-hero

16.01.2022 A little really does go a long way

15.01.2022 There is no question that drinking caffienated drinks well into the afternoon and evening can disrupt your sleep, but what SHOULD you drink before bed? While a popular solution for some to get to sleep is a whiskey nightcap, this is not advisable at all. While alcohol can make you fall asleep fast, it contributes to poor sleep throughout the night, disrupting REM sleep, interrupting your circadian rhythm, and causing havoc when your brain and body need to be resting. The Sl...eep Council in the UK have provided some great suggestions for alternatives to the nightcap. Warm milk is effective in stress reduction, and even the psycological link we have between a glass of milk and bedtime may even be responsible for our more restful sleep after drinking one. Herbal teas like chamomile and peppermint also have properties that can relax the body and soothe you off to sleep. For more information, you can visit their website here: https://sleepcouncil.org.uk/best-drinks-before-bedtime/ See more

13.01.2022 As Pharmacists, did you know we can do a lot more than just fill your script? We are experts when it comes to your medicines, and this month we're focusing on the services and support we offer to help manage all your medications, to help you save time and feel peace of mind. Tap into the support of our Pharmacist - ask us when you're next in store!

12.01.2022 It's finally here, the last day of Winter! Are you ready for Spring? What are you looking to most about the coming season? A change of weather? Or maybe just the fact it's one step closer to the end of the year

12.01.2022 If you took our advice from earlier in the week and had a look through your medicine box to find a medicine that is past it's best before date, don't throw it in the bin! Expired medicines that end up in the bin can end up in all sorts of places we don't want them; in the soil, in our waterways, or in the bellies of wildlife who don't know what it is! Here at the Pharmacy we have the facilities to dispose of expired medicines properly, to make sure they do not end up in any of these places. If you find something at home that needs to be taken care of, bring it in to us!

11.01.2022 To all the Dads out there, near and far, we want to wish you all a Happy Father's Day!

10.01.2022 A conversation can truly change a life. Just picking up the phone, asking someone you care about "R U OK?" and having a chat with them can sometimes be the highlight in their day and it is always worth making time for, every day of the year. For more information about 'R U OK? Day' and ways to talk to people if you aren't sure what to do, visit https://www.ruok.org.au/

10.01.2022 Today is World Diabetes Day Did you know that 1 in 2 adults living with diabetes are undiagnosed? The majority being those living with type 2 diabetes. Symptoms often develop slowly, and you could have them for years and not really notice. It is worth familiarising yourself with the symptoms, and speaking to your Doctor as soon as you notice them. You can read more about type 2 diabetes here: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/about/type-2-diabetes/

08.01.2022 When was the last time you thought about beets? Beetroot is BRILLIANT! Red beetroots have been ranked as one of the 10 most potent antioxidant vegetables and are also one of the richest sources of glutamine, an amino acid, essential to the health and maintenance of the intestinal tract. Beetroot is rich in fibre, and the greens (which you can eat, cook them up just like spinach) are rich sources of calcuim, iron, and vitamins A and C. Though you can find them throughout the year, they are at their sweetest and most tender between June and October, so right now is perfect! Try working some beets into the menu for next week

07.01.2022 A very happy International Men's Day to all the wonderful men we have in our community Men sometimes have very different health needs than women do, so don't forget if you are ever stuck and just need some advice, our Pharmacy team is always here to lend a hand!

04.01.2022 Did you know your gut is like a second brain? There are millions of microbes in your gut that talk to your actual brain, so what you eat can directly affect how you feel, your energy levels, and your overall health and wellbeing. Eating a wide variety of healthy, fresh foods is a great way to nourish your gut microbiome. A healthy gut has a diverse community of microbes, each of which prefer different foods, so supporting them all can help them flourish!

04.01.2022 Don't forget your sunscreen! You might be thinking, it's not hot enough for that yet is it? Remember that sunburn is not about heat, but UV rays. Here in Australia, the UV is a lot stronger than in other places around the world, and you can even get burnt on cloudy days. If you are going outside, even in your own yard, check the UV rating on the weather websites and protect your skin appropriately. If you are not sure where your sunscreen is, or which kind of sunscreen will be best for you and your family, come in and have a chat with our team today!

01.01.2022 Have you got a snake bite kit? Australia is home to many different species of snake, and while the best way to handle one is to go nowhere near it, sometimes the unexpected can happen. Having a snake bite kit with you if you are out in the bush, or in your car or home, can help you be prepared. Our team can help you put one of these together. A basic snake bite kit will usually contain: - 2-3 large heavy crepe bandages - Antiseptic cream - A thermal blanket... - A marker pen - A snake/spider bite guide Knowing what to do in the event of a snake bite could one day save your life or the life of someone you love. To learn about what to do if someone is bitten by a snake, you can check out this page written by the Queensland government: https://www.health.qld.gov.au//what-to-do-if-you-get-bitte