Ian Smith (Smithy) former New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman and veteran cricket and rugby union broadcaster talks about ZOOM Pharmacy's monthly medicines service. Some things are easy to remember. Like the Blacks Caps winning the very first World Test Championship. But, some things aren’t so easy to remember – like picking up…

Make sure you and the people you care about restock your supply of disposable face masks now. Buy from ZOOM Pharmacy at our great prices and get them delivered direct to your door. Disposable face mask versus triple layer fabric mask The performance of single-use commercial medical masks are the…

Hiprex is used to prevent ongoing or recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI). Urinary tract infections (UTI) or cystitis is very common and is usually caused by gut bacteria entering your lower urinary tract and bladder. It can occur in people of all ages, however women are 14 times more likely…

If you are due to send ZOOM Pharmacy a new prescription in the next few weeks, we need to receive it earlier than usual, so you can receive your order BEFORE the Christmas holiday season. Sort your next new prescription EARLY - and be in to WIN! Due to the…

Movember NZ is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Men die on average 5 years earlier than women, and for reasons that are largely preventable. Which means that it doesn’t have to be that way. What…

The sausages and the Covid jabs flew out the door at the Milford Tennis Club in Auckland on the day of their vaccination event. A club member who is a doctor sent out an email recommending vaccination, which prompted a pharmacy manager to suggest a vaccination event, organiser and club…

The most popular, top 100 baby boy and girl names in New Zealand, for every year since 1954, makes for interesting reading. Compiled and recorded by the Department of Internal Affairs, it's fascinating to see how popular names have changed over the decades. Top 10 boys names The top 10…

As we experience continued cases of Delta in New Zealand, it’s important to get fully vaccinated, and consider how to keep healthy for this outbreak, and for the future outbreaks that will no doubt follow. My name is David Taylor and I’m the Founder & Managing Director of ZOOM Health.…

Add value to your workplace health and safety! A COVID-19 workplace vaccination is quick and easy for your staff At ZOOM Pharmacy we think making access to healthcare as easy as possible is vitally important to the health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders. In the same way that delivering…

This recipe is inspired by the most delicious carrot soup that my flatmate cooks. I love to make it at the start of the week, portion it into ziplock bags and freeze, and then I have lunch all ready to go whenever I need it! I have not cooked pumpkin…

SkyCity Entertainment Group is running its own private workplace vaccination hub where it hopes 500 staff will get the injection. SkyCity could be one of the first non-essential worker businesses to run a private vaccination session. "To help us achieve this goal, this week we held a Covid-19 vaccination event…

Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. A severe allergic reaction can occur within seconds or minutes of exposure to something a person is allergic to. Anaphylaxis requires an injection of adrenaline (often done via an EpiPen) and an immediate trip to a hospital emergency department. If anaphylaxis isn't…

More time at home can mean more opportunities to go out for a walk, but when corns and calluses begin to develop on your feet, walking can end up being a painful experience! What is a corn or callus? A corn or callus is an area of thickened skin, which…

Save time and money for what's important Fast, easy and convenient - get medicine delivery to your door when you use ZOOM Pharmacy! No more standing around at the pharmacy or chemist, waiting for ages to pick up your meds. Medicine delivery NZ Get medicine delivery to your door -…

Did you know that just dancing, can have a greater effect on helping you remain independent, compared to any other exercise you may do? A recent study published in 2018 looked at how various forms of physical activity affected 1,000 elderly Japanese women and their ability to complete tasks like…

Thousands of Kiwis with long-term health conditions remain COVID-19 vaccine hesitant and over a quarter (29%) had not been offered a vaccine - according to new research done. Zoom Health Study The Zoom Health study found a seventh (14%) of those living with chronic health conditions have not yet committed…

A rapidly growing startup will join the country’s largest retail group in a move which is set to improve access to healthcare for thousands of Kiwis. The Warehouse Group Invests in Online Healthcare Startup The Warehouse Group (TWG) has taken a stake in Zoom Health Ltd, a four year old…

Pets are simply good for your soul, and hugely beneficial for people’s mental health at the best of times, but even more so during lockdown. If you are stuck at home with your pet during lockdown, you get to enjoy the extra time you have with them. However, keep in…

As an Essential Service Provider ZOOM Pharmacy is here for you during Alert Level 4, and will continue to dispense and deliver your prescription medicine supplies, to anywhere in New Zealand. No matter what region you live in and your Alert Level, it’s business as usual when you choose ZOOM…

Looking for a New Job Opportunity? You’ll love applying for a ZOOM Pharmacy job if you get your kicks by helping others. At ZOOM, we make a real difference to patient health outcomes. We’re looking for people who love solving problems and adding value to our customers lives, by the…

Kiwis have always punched above their weight at recent Olympics Games, and Tokyo has been no exception. New Zealand won 20 medals – their highest ever at any Olympic Games. New Zealand’s performance was excellent. However we weren’t quite the most successful overall when it comes to all medals (gold,…

Once you hit 50 it is so important and worthwhile to have a health checklist to refer to and tick off each year. Why? Because it is always better to catch things early. If you do that, you stand the very best chance of being able to do something about…

Kindergartens, or kindy was first established in New Zealand due to public concern about ‘rowdy street kids’ and ‘waifs and strays’ in the 1880's. Early kindergartens in NZ Two early kindergartens, the Auckland Jubilee Free Kindergarten and the Auckland West Free Kindergarten started in the late 1880’s and were mainly…

Olympic athletes look almost too good to be true, a picture of glowing health and wellness that we can only aspire to. But, the reality is that these elite sportspeople are still at risk for various diseases, cancers and mental health issues like the rest of us. Just because you’re…

Sensitive or 'embarrassing' health conditions like haemorrhoids, hair loss, urinary incontinence, or erectile dysfunction can be difficult to talk about - even with your doctor. Here’s a look at some health conditions that some people may find difficult to discuss: 1. Haemorrhoids Haemorrhoids, also called piles, are swollen veins in…

Caffeine is traditionally associated with coffee, but you may be surprised how much is also found in tea and soft drinks. Check out the caffeine levels of some common drinks below. Drink sizes are mostly in 250 milliliters (mL) which is one cup, caffeine is shown in milligrams (mg). Note…

Are you wondering what you should keep in your First Aid Kit in NZ, or is the one you have, looking a little worse for wear? Restock your First Aid Kit There are some great First Aid Kits you can buy which are well stocked and ready to go. Or…

How can we help Kiwis to enjoy the full health benefits from their prescribed medicines? This was the key question that David Taylor, Managing Director and Founder of ZOOM Health found himself asking. New Zealands biggest opportunity to improve health outcomes In all his time in the healthcare industry, and…

Lower (or low) back pain is one of the most common health issues in New Zealand. In any year, about 1/3 of New Zealanders will suffer from it. Below are 7 things you may be surprised to learn about the causes and treatments of acute low back pain. 1.       Most…

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract. It is common in children - but RSV can also infect adults too. Highly contagious RSV is highly contagious and can spread easily from person to person through droplets from a sneeze or cough, or simply by talking. People…

Looking for the best cheese roll recipe? Being Dunedin born and bred, I consider them an essential food item. What could be better than a cheese roll (or two) on a cold winter's day! A great cheese roll recipe can be closely guarded and hard to find, but my daughter…

Dr Michael Mosley shares his favourite shortcuts to getting healthy, and staying healthy and well, as we get older. He wanted to look at things that people could easily fit into their lives, which they might not be doing at the moment - and where there was some real science…

How does ZOOM Pharmacy work - it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! One ... Get your prescription sent to ZOOM Pharmacy by your medical centre (or you can upload it or FreePost it yourself). Two ... Once ZOOM receives your prescription, we will contact you to confirm your order, and to…

Personal medical alarms have two parts - a base unit connected to the network – and a pendant that can be worn as a wrist band or necklace. What medical alarm suits you best, depends on your lifestyle, and who pays. How does a medical alarm work? To activate the…

This handy list provides you with the names and prices of the diabetes medicines currently available in New Zealand. The list shows you the class, active ingredient, brand name and whether the medicine is subsidised/funded by the New Zealand government. If the medicine is not funded, we list the great…

Walking is cheap, simple to do, and will improve your health. "If you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk." Hippocrates How can walking improve my health? A regular walk, briskly if you can, will help:…

Every industry has it’s own set of words, unique to its area of expertise, so here is a list of just a few of the more common medical terms used in NZ. Health is one of the few areas that everyone is connected to - and happens to be filled…

A Full Blood Count (FBC), otherwise known as the Complete Blood Count (CBC), is the most common blood test requested in New Zealand. This test provides important information about the kinds and numbers of cells in your blood. It is used to check your general health and to help diagnose…

Taking water with your medicine helps move it along to your stomach and intestine, where it can be absorbed. If you don’t swallow enough water, your medicine may not be able to do its job properly, or may even cause side effects. What is the right amount? The right amount…

As the NZ government has now begun rolling out the COVID-19 vaccination plan with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, ZOOM Pharmacy’s Lead Pharmacist, Din Redzepagic gives you the facts about the vaccine and answers common questions. [Last updated: 21 June 2021] (more…)

Who's bakes the best scones you know? Maybe it's you! In our office at ZOOM Pharmacy it's Jenny, and one of her go to recipes is the Lemonade Scone recipe from Chelsea Sugar NZ. Beautifully light scones For amateur bakers, this is a fantastic recipe for you; it is perhaps…

Do you suffer from joint pain? Perhaps you have pain in your knee, hip or hands? Joint pain is a typical symptom of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is one of many different types of arthritis, but the one that is most common. In this article, ZOOM Lead Pharmacist Din Redzepagic explains the…

Find out the most common questions that people ask about how prescriptions and repeats in NZ work.

The opening of the trans-Tasman bubble between New Zealand and Australia may spark a wave of vaccine tourism according to a health care industry expert. David Taylor, CEO of Zoom Health, says variances in the availability, supply and distribution of COVID vaccines are creating the perfect climate for opportunistic travel…

Gout is a disease that has been littered with false information including; what causes it, how best to treat, and with what medication. There’s been an effective and inexpensive drug treatment for decades - so why are the lives of so many Māori and Pasifika hampered by gout? What causes…

Bring flu vaccinations to your workplace. Add value to your Auckland based workplace health and safety by teaming up with ZOOM Pharmacy. Reduce the impact of flu The impact of influenza in the workplace can be very costly for employees, their family, our communities, and your business. Encouraging employees to…

Over a quarter of adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and this figure is rising. High blood pressure can lead to heart disease - the leading cause of death in New Zealand. High blood pressure also increases the risk of kidney disease, blindness and triples the risk of stroke. What causes high blood pressure?…

ZOOM Pharmacy delivers heart medicine ordered by customers, to thousands of people in Aotearoa New Zealand. You, or one of your whānau, may be like these customers who are prescribed vital prescription heart medicines to: treat or manage a heart conditioncontrol your blood pressureaid recovery after a heart attackmanage the…

As new COVID-19 cases continue to pop up from time to time, many of us are being asked to stay at home. This can however pose a real challenge for remaining physically active. Protect your health at home Low levels of physical activity can have negative effects on your health,…

From February, your pharmacy may start charging you $5 again for each prescription medicine. These charges can really add up, particularly if you take several medicines. Notwithstanding the time and hassle spent having to go into pharmacy to pick them up. Get free prescriptions and free delivery! With ZOOM Pharmacy,…

Jardiance and Jardiamet medicines now funded for high risk type 2 diabetes patients As of 1st February this year, empagliflozin – a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes - is fully funded for people who meet the funding criteria. This makes a potentially life-saving medicine accessible to more New…

From February, your pharmacy may start charging you $5 again for each prescription medicine. These charges can really add up, particularly if you take several medicines. Get free prescriptions and free delivery! With ZOOM Pharmacy, when you’re on four prescription medicines or more, you get free prescriptions, packing, and delivery…

Did you know that according to Interpol at least “11% of medical products sold online are counterfeit and all regions of the world are affected”? This presents a major safety risk to those New Zealanders who buy medicines online from unregulated overseas websites. In New Zealand, all prescription and other…

If have been recently prescribed a type 2 diabetes medicine by your doctor, or if you already get prescription diabetes medicine online from ZOOM Pharmacy or other online pharmacies – you may be wondering about common side effects. Like all medicines, type 2 diabetes medications can have unwanted side-effects. Some…

At ZOOM Pharmacy, many of our customers have their prescription weight loss medicine Duromine (phentermine) or Xenical (orlistat) delivered direct to their door via our online medicine delivery service. Here are some common questions many New Zealanders have asked our Lead Pharmacist Din Redzepagic and the team about these medications.…

It is vitally important in keeping New Zealanders healthy that when doctors prescribe medication it is taken correctly. But sometimes life gets in the way and you may forget to take a dose. In fact, most of us have forgotten to take our medication at some point. What to do…

ZOOM Pharmacy is pleased to announce its recent engagement with the Ministry of Health to address health inequities.   ZOOM is involved in a partnership with Counties Manukau DHB, also supported by the Ministry of Health, in a community driven initiative to study the impact that ZOOM Pharmacy and related…

ZOOM has partnered with VisionWest Community Trust to undertake an opt-in trial, to identify the specific medicines adherence needs of the VisionWest community.   Once completed the aim is to provide a programme for the best use of medicines by providing pharmacist-led medicines support, making medicines more accessible, more affordable…

A great dessert for Christmas Tiramisu is my go to dessert for Christmas. This Tiramisu recipe is extremely forgiving and fool proof. It is also great because it can be made ahead, the day before even, and requires no oven space. Baileys certainly isn’t an authentic liqueur to use in this…

ZOOM Pharmacy provides an online pharmacy service where you can get your Viagra, Vedafil or ED medicines direct. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that many men face at some stage in their life. Erectile dysfunction brands There are three erectile dysfunction medicines available in New Zealand. Each one is…

This understated best ginger cake recipe has to be one of my favourites for Christmas. Ginger, spice and all things nice Few things are more festive than ginger, spice and nutmeg. The fresh ginger packs a punch in flavour and keeps the cake wonderfully moist. For amateur bakers, this is…

Taking four meds or more? Maybe you are currently using a blister pack, but finding it difficult to open – or expensive to pay for? Get FREE prescriptions, FREE sachet packing and FREE delivery to your door, when you use our Sachet Pack Service. Sachet packs make it so easy…

Hay fever is a common name for allergic rhinitis where people get allergic reactions of the eyes, nose, and throat. Allergic rhinitis splits into 2 types: perennial and seasonal. Perennial allergic rhinitis occurs the whole year round. This is typically caused by allergens such as house dust mites, animal dander…

Constipation is when your bowel motions are hard. This can make them difficult to pass. Constipation is a common problem. Signs and symptoms Bloating and stomach crampsStraining to pass bowel motionsHard and difficult to pass bowel motionsSmall, hard bowel motionsReduced frequency of bowel motionsPainful bowel motionsHaemorrhoids Causes of constipation Insufficient…

Online virtual doctors (eg MedOnline, Bettr, The Waiting Room) connect you with a qualified doctor. Without the need to visit them in person. How does it work? An online consultation can be done from wherever you are. Virtual consultations are done by either video link, or even by phone. What…

There are many things happening in the world right now which have impacted our normal routines. Now, more than ever it is crucial that you take care of yourself and the best way to start is by getting a good night’s sleep. Why Sleep Matters Sleep plays a vital role…

A face mask or covering will be compulsory on public transport in Auckland and on all domestic flights from Thursday 18 November 2020. Wearing a face mask or covering helps keep you and others safe and helps stop the spread of COVID-19. A face mask or covering helps stop droplets…

You can do this in your ManageMyHealth, Health365 or ConnectMed patient portal. Selecting ‘ZOOM Pharmacy’ in your patient portal instructs your medical centre to send your new prescription directly to ZOOM. Question? FreePhone 0508966622 or upload your prescription straight from your mobile phone. How do I select ZOOM Pharmacy in…

If you are a customer of ZOOM Pharmacy, thank you for supporting a Kiwi business and choosing ZOOM as your pharmacy. We are a proudly Kiwi owned and operated company, and really appreciate your support! Congratulations to our latest Prezzy Card winners Congratulations to ZOOM’s latest Prezzy Card winners from…

Pharmac has eased its restrictions on the amount of medicine that can be dispensed at once. Since the beginning of the year, some people have been restricted to a month's medicine supply at a time. This was due to Pharmac concerns around global medicines supply during Covid-19. From 1st August…

When social distancing isn’t an option, wearing a face mask or covering can limit the spread of infection. CNN’s Dr Sanjay Gupta demonstrates in the following video how to make, wear and clean a face mask from materials you are bound to have at home.

A huge “THANK YOU!” to all our wonderful ZOOM Pharmacy customers who continued to show remarkable resilience, patience, and often marvellous good humour, during lockdown. It was an extraordinary and challenging time for all of us, but we got there in the end. Thank you for your support, it was…

The prospect of visiting and seeing the doctor can inspire negative thoughts in some. Many of us are guilty of conjuring up numerous reasons to delay a visit! Aim to prevent making this mistake by inspiring a change in how you deal with your health. Or maybe a loved one…

Urinary incontinence can be an immense source of stress and embarrassment for its sufferers. It can be nerve-wracking to not know when incontinence may strike; for some, the process of simply walking a few steps can be troubling. Developing greater understanding about urinary incontinence will help those who have it…

It is time that we toss out the old idea of all fats being bad, but rather know what fats are good for us and what other delicious fats we should eat in moderation. Good fat versus bad fat Fats can be divided into two groups. Saturated and artificial trans…

Many of us are only now fully emerging from our homes after level four then three. It is likely that over the last few months we have not been getting as much of that autumn sunshine as we are used to. Why Vitamin D matters You may be feeling lethargic,…

If you have diabetes, your diet and the food you eat shouldn't feel like a life sentence. Diabetes type two is the most common type of diabetics in New Zealand. Though it has traditionally been late onset - with child obesity rates increasing, this trend is changing. To read more…

Alzheimer’s is New Zealand's most common form of dementia. There is no cure, and no proven ways to prevent its onset. Treatment for Alzheimer's focuses on “support and managing symptoms to maximize a person's ability to function and maintain independence for as long as possible.” Supporting your loved one and…

Menopause describes the point where a women’s menstrual cycles cease. Both the number of eggs produced by the ovaries, and female hormones oestrogen and progesterone reduce.  Diagnoses comes after 12 months without a menstrual period. It occurs usually between the ages of 45 and 55, but can occur before 40…

This article from the BCG Henderson Institute provides a fresh perspective on COVID-19. It is worth a read to further understand the historical implication of COVID-19 beyond the medical sphere. Its writers’ assess how containment policies have changed the ways in which we function and consume, and how companies are…

The Ministry of Health has indicated diabetes, of which 240,000 kiwis have been diagnosed, as the fastest growing health issue in this country. Knowing about this chronic disease is critical. Because of the large numbers, its reach is widespread. We all will likely be connected in some way with an…

As we now venture into the second half of the national lockdown, things are looking up. More testing is being conducted, and fewer are found infected. New Zealand, as cited in the Washington Post, has been speculated to be one of - if not the only, western country that could…

Bones are the framework of our bodies, allowing us to stand, move and hold objects.  Our bones grow until our early twenties, and have a smooth outer surface with a weight reducing internal structure. Bones often have a hollow interior, and are filled with bone marrow. Bone health starts early Good bone health starts in childhood with a diet containing plenty…

As we get older, it’s increasingly common to have to take different medicines, at different times throughout the day. But, taking more than a couple of prescription medicines can be challenging to manage. A medicine delivery service would make life so much easier! Does organising all your meds and repeats…

Sunlight in the correct amount is essential, as it is our main source of vitamin D. Not only does sunlight play a role in improving mood, it protects us from bacteria, and improves quality of sleep. Just 5 minutes of summer sun exposure to the hands and face is all that is required to maintain…

OK, they may not be a health food, but it's Christmas! Serve on Christmas Day with strawberries, creme patissiere (custard cream) and whipped cream as a dessert, or simply have with a cup of tea. Perfect! Recipe by Alice Taylor @aliceoliviaeats Ingredients 2 cups flour¾ cup icing sugar2 Tbsp cornflourpinch…

ZOOM Pharmacy medicines delivery service. ZOOM provides an online pharmacy where you can get your prescription weight loss eg Duromine medicines direct. New Zealand is facing an epidemic of obesity, with 1 in 3 NZ adults (>15 years and over) obese. Doctors are often asked, can prescription medicine like Duromine (phentermine)…

Did you know that when travelling overseas, you have a 50% chance of suffering from a travel-related illness. Here are some tips that you can take to lower your chances of becoming unwell on your next trip and how to pack your travel medicine! Check in with your GP first It’s…

Taking your prescription medicine regularly and as prescribed by your doctor at the right dose, the right time and the right frequency is known as medication adherence. So why bother getting prescriptions and taking your prescription medicine, if you feel perfectly healthy? The answer is clear. If you get your…