Author: Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor is a New Zealand–based healthcare content writer with 5+ years’ experience creating patient friendly articles for online pharmacies and health platforms. He specialises in accessible condition guides, prescription FAQs, OTC advice, and health & wellbeing tips, translating complex medicines or health condition information into clear, actionable content. Paul collaborates with the ZOOM Pharmacy clinical team and bases every article on authoritative sources, peer reviewed journals and national clinical guidelines to ensure evidence based, up to date content. His goal is to help readers feel empowered to make informed decisions about their medicines and wellbeing. This content is general information only and does not replace professional medical advice.

How to Store Medicines Safely in Summer Heat: Insulin, Inhalers, EpiPens & More

How to Store Medicines Safely in Summer Heat: Insulin, Inhalers, EpiPens & More Did you know that hot temperatures can affect how well some medicines work, and even seriously damage them putting you at risk? Things are already heating up in New Zealand; we’ve just had our hottest spring on record according to Earth Sciences […]

Reducing Your Risk of Hernia: Ventral & Groin Hernias Explained for Older Adults

Reducing Your Risk of Hernia: Ventral & Groin Hernias Explained for Older Adults It’s always disconcerting when you discover a lump, bump or bulge. As you get older, hernias are worth understanding so you can stay ahead of your health and know your treatment options. While some hernias are caused by genetic factors, others […]

Summer Steps for a Sharper Brain: Guide to the health benefits of walking this summer

Summer Steps for a Sharper Brain: Guide to the health benefits of walking this summer If you can build a healthy habit this summer, we highly recommend walking. The evidence on the positives of walking is very well established. With a new study finding that it is associated with slower cognitive decline, we think it’s […]

12-Month Prescriptions in New Zealand 2026: The key facts patients need to know

12-Month Prescriptions in New Zealand 2026: The key facts patients need to know At a glance Start date is from 1 February 2026. 3-month supply is still the most you can collect at a time. Estimated savings of up to $105 per year on GP fees. Being done to make managing long-term conditions easier for […]

Why Vitamin D Testing Matters After Winter, Especially If You’re Over 50

Why Vitamin D Testing Matters After Winter, Especially If You’re Over 50 It is estimated that almost one-in-three New Zealander’s have vitamin D levels below the optimal range.1 Studies also show that at the end of winter our vitamin D levels are at an all-time low. A large Australian study found that 36% of people […]

What Is Chronic Inflammation? Causes, Symptoms, Risks and How It Impacts Your Health

Guide to chronic inflammation. What is chronic inflammation, its symptoms, causes, risks, and treatment options. Discover how to reduce inflammation with lifestyle changes and care.

Buy Melatonin Online Without a Prescription in NZ

Buy Melatonin online without a prescription in NZ Great news for Kiwi sleepers: Melatonin is now available for purchase online without a prescription in New Zealand. Shop the best melatonin brands and get fast shipping nationwide at ZOOM Pharmacy. Buy Melatonin over the counter today at our best price. Buy Melatonin Melatonin tablets, pills & […]

Menopause and bladder issues: why they happen & what actually helps

Menopause and bladder issues: why they happen & what actually helps Menopause is a natural stage of life, affecting every woman at some point. It can bring uncomfortable changes, especially regarding bladder control and bladder issues. Urinary incontinence (losing bladder control) can take a toll when it impacts your day-to-day life. In this article we […]

Colon Cancer NZ: Symptoms, Risk & Screening

Learn who gets colon cancer in NZ, symptoms to act on, your screening options, and ways to lower risk. Evidence based, NZ specific guide.

High Blood Pressure and Stroke: What New Zealanders Should Know

High Blood Pressure and Stroke: What New Zealanders Should Know High blood pressure (hypertension) is the leading cause of stroke in New Zealand, yet many people don’t know they have it. Each year, around 9,000 New Zealanders experience a stroke. It is estimated that 80-90% of these could be preventable primarily though controlling key risk […]

Important Update: Discontinuation of Ferrograd (Ferrous Sulfate) Tablets in NZ

Important Update: Discontinuation of Ferrograd (Ferrous Sulfate) Tablets in New Zealand Last Updated August 2025 – for the most up to date information we recommend visiting the PHARMAC Discontinuation of ferrous sulfate tablets (Ferrograd) What’s changing? Pharmac has announced that Ferrograd tablets (long‑acting ferrous sulfate 325 mg / 105 mg elemental iron) is being discontinued. Current supplies […]

Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, Anxiety Medication NZ

Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, Anxiety Medication NZ Experiencing some level of anxiety is a often part of life and may occur for a variety of reasons. However, everyone experiences anxiety differently and in some cases it can become severe. In this comprehensive overview of anxiety in New Zealand we look at common symptoms and causes, treatment […]