A cough occurs when the throat or airway has been irritated, usually by mucus or foreign particles such as dust or smoke. It is the… Read more »

Many people say “I’ve got the flu” when really they have a cold. While a bad cold can make you feel pretty miserable for a… Read more »

Sore throatMost sore throats will not be helped by antibiotics whether they are an infection or not. Most sore throats are caused by a virus…. Read more »

The Heart foundation has recently released research that shows that plant based diets are best for your health. This does not mean we all have… Read more »

We all have bacteria growing all over our skin. The skin is the first line of protection to keep the bacteria out of our bodies…. Read more »

As we age we are more likely to fall. This year one in every three persons over 65 years old will have a fall and… Read more »

Nerve pain is pain that is caused by damage or disease that affects the nervous system of the body. It is also known as neuropathic… Read more »

With the latest measles outbreak people are asking their local pharmacists questions about measles: How do I catch it? What are the symptoms of measles?… Read more »

Allergic rhinitis is the most common allergic disorder in both Australia and New Zealand and affects 10 to 20% of the world’s population. While not… Read more »

February is Heart Awareness month. Did you know that every 90 minutes, someone in New Zealand dies from heart disease and it is the leading… Read more »