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.

High-Fat Food and Lung Cancer: What you need to know

The level of saturated fats in your diet may have a strong affect on your risk of developing lung cancer, even for non-smokers. In recent analysis of middle-aged to older Americans the link between diet and cancer risk was investigated, and the results were significant.

Cold & Flu: How to Buy Pseudoephedrine Online & Delivered Direct

Are you sick this winter? Stay home and get well. Buy pseudoephedrine online and get it delivered direct with ZOOM Pharmacy. Cold & Flu decongestants and symptom relief.

Black Mould Warning: How to keep this dangerous fungi out of the home

Mould thrives in the winter and can negatively affect your health if it not managed. In this article we will look at how to fight back against mould exposure symptoms, and how to get rid of it in the home.

ZOOM Pharmacy x Family Health Diary: Ask a pharmacist about your health & wellbeing

ZOOM Pharmacist Din Redzepagic recently did an ‘ask me anything’ with Family Health Diary, answering health questions submitted by their community. Learn more about shingles, macular degeneration, immunity, eczema, and medicines adherence.

Gout Guide: How to reduce your risk of painful flare-ups

Gout is a painful condition caused by high levels of uric acid in your blood. With a gout-friendly diet you can reduce your uric acid levels by avoiding certain foods.

Resistant Starch: The amazing way to make your carbs healthier

Resistant starch doesn’t get digested the same way as most starches and eating it may have health benefits. Good news, simply cooling some foods you can increase your intake!

Solve Snoring: Tips to Sleep Better for Snorers & Partners

How to deal with snoring from both sides of the bed. Snoring is very common, but when it becomes a chronic problem there are reasons to be concerned. Here are some tips to manage it.

Constipation – It’s important to check your medicines for side effects

Constipation very common and might be caused by your medication. Lets look at some common medicines that may cause constipation, and some tips to make your bowel better!

Could poor vision make it easier to spot dementia? A new study’s insight

A new study has found that patients may be able to predict dementia up to 12 years before it is diagnosed by looking for loss of visual sensitivity.

Heart Attacks in Women: Understanding the hidden risk

Heart disease is the cause of death for more than 55 New Zealand women every week. The symptoms of heart attacks in women can be subtle, and hard to recognise. Lets investigate so you can spot the signs.

Pseudoephedrine Comeback: What you need to know about the fix for stuffy noses

After disappearing from shelves back in 2011 cold & flu medicines containing pseudoephedrine will be returning, but won’t be truly over-the-counter. When can we expect it back in stores?

How lizard venom inspired the ‘miracle’ weight loss medicine Ozempic

Did you know that the weight loss revolution was inspired by the venom of a lizard. In this article we look at the history of GLP-1 receptor agonists, how they work, and the impact of them going viral as ‘miracle treatments’.

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