Boost your immunity before winter hits
25th Mar, 2024
After a late burst of summer, the cooler autumn nights have finally arrived. And that means winter is not far away – along with the
Here are some Community Care Chemist stories that cover a range of topics.
After a late burst of summer, the cooler autumn nights have finally arrived. And that means winter is not far away – along with the
Budding artists, colour this in to win! A Freckleberry hamper is up for grabs in each of our pharmacies for the best colouring in.
Community has always been at the heart of our business, but over the past 125 years, Community Care Chemist has evolved to become so much
On International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024, we recognise and celebrate the achievements of women in our organisation and their contribution to the health and wellbeing
Anyone who’s suffered shingles will tell you it can be debilitating. Shingles (herpes zoster) is the reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, the same virus
There is a saying by the famous Chinese philosopher Confucius; ‘When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don’t adjust the goals, adjust
In December 1898, the first Geelong United Friendly Societies dispensary opened in Moorabool St with the goal of bringing affordable and accessible medical supplies and
Community Care Chemist is participating in a statewide pilot program designed to improve patient access to health care services. As part of the 12-month Community
It’s National Skin Cancer Action Week (20-26 November) – and here’s what you can do to improve your sun protection. If you have any skin
Spring has sprung! And while nature is abuzz with new life, the sight of flourishing flowers and blossoming trees can quickly drive those with allergies
As Geelong’s only not-for-profit pharmacy group, community is at the heart of everything we do. Over the past 12 months Community Care Chemist has contributed
Community is at the heart of the Geelong region’s only not-for-profit pharmacy group, Community Care Chemist. Committed to giving back to the community, Community Care
With the cost of living increasing by the day, most of us have had to look at our spending habits. How can we still plan
With one person diagnosed every five minutes, diabetes is one of the biggest challenges confronting Australia’s health system. At Community Care Chemist our goal is
At Community Care Chemist, we’re passionate about reducing waste, which is why we’re excited to be part of a Geelong-wide initiative to recycle medicine blister
Type 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia. Diabetes is manageable, however many people are left undiagnosed and unaware of their condition.
Would you like to learn how healthy eating can help lower your blood glucose and cholesterol? Community Care Chemist has teamed with Mel Bald, aka
With diabetes educator, Laura Friday 14th July This July, during National Diabetes Week, Pharmacist & Diabetes Educator, Laura, will be highlighting ways to prevent and
With naturopath, Bev Windsor Friday 23rd June A healthy immune system is the body’s way of protecting itself from infection and disease. The immune system
It’s important to look after yourself, but often, women look after everyone else in their family first. Well now there’s no excuses! Our upcoming Women’s
Community Care Chemist Pharmacist Manager, Bryce Cameron, presents an information session on the latest in Medication Management. Join us for these regular Lunch&Learn sessions at
We’re working with the City of Greater Geelong and local agencies to help those sleeping rough, through provision of 300 care packs containing essential items
We’re honoured to partner with Geelong Mums to help mums and families in need throughout our region. We’ve been working with the amazing team at
Diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia with one person diagnosed every five minutes. In Australia around 1.8 million people have diabetes, and
Do you know the difference between acute and chronic pain? Acute pain generally starts suddenly and lasts for a short period of time, while chronic
It can be confusing and overwhelming managing your medication, but the good news is, you’re not alone. Pharmacist Bryce Cameron is urging customers to take
Innovations in Medication Management with Pharmacist Manager, Bryce Thursday 16th March Learn from Pharmacist Manager, Bryce, how to better manage your medications, using innovative tools
How many new year’s resolutions have you successfully achieved? Not many? Perhaps you have already abandoned all your good intentions for 2023. Well, you are
