Hypothyroidism: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment of Underactive Thyroid Hormone conditions can sometimes be difficult to recognise, often being attributed to other causes like getting older, poor diet. Symptoms like tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold, and dry skin could be signs of an underactive thyroid (Hypothyroidism). In this article we examine the symptoms, causes, diagnosis […]
Omeprazole for acid reflux: what it does, how to take it, and common side effects Omeprazole is one of the most prescribed medicines in New Zealand. Have you ever struggled with acid reflux, indigestion, or similar stomach issues? Learn more about omeprazole for acid reflux, what it is, how to use it, and the side […]
Reduce Your Dementia Risk by Keeping Your Brain Active Over 80,000 Kiwis live with dementia. As we age and our cognitive abilities change, concerns about dementia can begin to loom large. It’s natural to worry about it and want to take steps to reduce your risk. A new study published in the American Journal of […]
Weight Loss After Menopause May Improve With Hormone Therapy, Study Finds A new study published in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health suggests hormone replacement therapy may be linked to better weight loss after menopause in women taking Mounjaro (tirzepatide) a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. In this article we investigate the specifics of […]
Can Taking a Daily Multivitamin Slow Biological Aging? Here’s What the Research Says Aging is something we’re all familiar with, it’s hard to avoid! So, it’s no surprise that a new randomised clinical trial is fuelling fresh interest in multivitamins after showing a modest effect on biological aging. Research over the decades on the effectiveness […]
Shipping Fee Changes 2026: What Patients Need to Know Shipping costs will be increasing, effective April 2026 IMPORTANT – We want to reassure our Monthly Medicines Service users that regular monthly shipping remains free. ZOOM Pharmacy is constantly looking for ways to reduce barriers to people taking medicines correctly. We are New Zealand owned […]
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 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 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 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 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 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 […]
