Can I Drink Coffee With Medicines? List of Medicines That Interact With Coffee
Can I Drink Coffee With Medicines? List of Medicines That Interact With Coffee Did you know that caffeine in coffee can interact with medicines? Here in New Zealand, we love our coffee. In fact, our consumption of coffee per capita is one of the highest in the world. So, you might be wondering if this […]
Funding Wegovy In New Zealand Is Being Evaluated By Pharmac
Funding Wegovy In New Zealand Is Being Evaluated By Pharmac Pharmac, the agency responsible for deciding which medicines are publicly funded in New Zealand is currently evaluating two applications to fund Wegovy (semaglutide). So, what’s happening right now, what might change next? Currently Wegovy can be prescribed and purchased online. Quick background on Wegovy in […]
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 […]