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Take Care of Your Health

At this busy time of the year as we adjust to the change of seasons you can trust us, your local pharmacy to help take care of your health! Talk to us for personalised advice for you and your family on these important health needs: Coughs: We all know how distressing it can be when a cough just won't go away.  There have been a lot of changes to cough medicines formulas that you can buy for different age groups and different types of coughs.  Talk to our knowledgable staff for th...

October News

Quarter of a Century in Wainuiomata Our team finally celebrated 25 years in business. Clive came to Wainuiomata in 1986, and bought the Norfolk St pharmacy in 1997. He moved up to Queen St in 2000 when he merged with Ian Saxby. Quarter of a century has gone by very fast. Thanks to all our wonderful and loyal customers, patients, friends and clients who have supported us over that time. Thanks also to the wonderful staff. Jo is still here after 25 years and we love her. In recognition of her st...

BLOSSOMS, WARMER WEATHER AND HAYFEVER!

The arrival of spring brings blossoms and warmer weather - but it's not all sunshine and sunflowers.  If you're part of the 20% of New Zealanders affected, you'll know all too well that spring is the season when hayfever is the hardest.  Part of effectively managing your hayfever is having a good grasp on what it is, how it's caused and some of the things you can do to avoid hayfever triggers....

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD'S SKIN

When kids are outdoors, it's important to protect their skin from too much exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays (UV rays), which can lead to skin cancer, skin damage and aging and eye injury....

THE INS AND OUTS OF POOR DIGESTION

Helping your gut function well are billions of friendly bacteria. Different strains affect your body in different ways, and low levels overall have a detrimental effect on the health of your gut - your digestion will not be working at its optimum....

CRACKED HEELS: REMEDIES & PREVENTION

A cracked heel is a common foot problem and can occur when the thick skin on the sole of the foot becomes dry and is more prone to cracking. In most cases, it's just a nuisance and unattractive to look at.  But when the cracks or fissures become deep, it can be painful to stand, walk or put any pressure on your heel....

Make the Most of Spring

Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start.  As the weather becomes warmer and the days grow longer it's the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, set some goals and get organised before the impending end of year rush. HERE ARE A FEW IDEAS TO MAKE THE MOST OF SPRING. Get some fresh air:Blow the cobwebs away by getting outside as often as you can.Shop for seasonal food or grow your own fresh produce:It is always a healthy and economical idea to buy fresh food that is in season, or think abou...

September News

During August we had the great pleasure of celebrating Kirsten’s 15 years and 145 days service as part of our team here at ‘The Happy Chemist’. Clive put on a magnificent breakfast for the crew and also presented Kirsten with a well deserved trip away to Melbourne, which she took a few weeks ago. Kirsten is well loved and appreciated by all our customers, patients, friends, and Clive’s Crew. She runs the retail part of the business, and does a fantastic job. Her commitment, loyalty ...

Life at Orange

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​The RED traffic light guidelines

We are an essential service and at Red we will remain open and available for pharmacy services. The important word in that last sentence is ESSENTIAL; we must stay open. So, we will be doing a couple of things differently to ensure the safety of our staff and vulnerable customers. DO NOT come into the pharmacy if you have any cold or flu symptoms (however mild), have recently been for a COVID test or are on your way to have one. Get your doctor, dentist, midwife, specialist, or other prescr...

No Vaccine Passport Required

Did you know that you can visit us without having to show a Vaccine Passport?You will need to:Wear a maskScan your QR code or fill in our register when you enterIf you are unwell with cold or flu symptoms – you should not visit the pharmacy – phone us for advice or contact your doctor or Healthline on 0800 611 116....

Come and see us at Level Two

We’re open for business with a few Level 2 rules in place....

Level 4

At Level 4, Clives Chemist remains open.  However, we are restricting customer access into the pharmacy to ensure social distancing is maintained.  Remember to: Stay home if you're sick, wash and dry hands often, cough and sneeze into elbows and wear face coverings. ...

Give your children’s immune system a boost these school holidays with Viralex Kids Immune Chews

Good Health Viralex Kids Immune Chews are specially formulated to support children’s immunity with scientifically researched Wellmune for less days off daycare & school. Viralex Kids Immune Chews help to boost and support children’s immune systems and further supports their immune restoration. Kids will love the taste. Developed with fussy little eaters in mind!Child friendly format, easy and convenient to takeNo added nasties, safe for children to take...

Get your Flu Vaccine

Don't let the flu get you!You can now get the flu vaccination from us here at Clive's Chemist.It is free for over 65 years old, people with chronic illnesses and pregnant women. Otherwise you can pay for your vaccine.Check out our online booking app on our website home page here...

Be Sun Smart

Don't forget to pack your sunscreen when you’re heading outdoors at this time of the year.Even if you are not going to the beach it is important to cover up, especially in the middle of the day....

Codeine is now prescription-only

You now need a prescription from your doctor for pain relief tablets containing the ingredient Codeine.These commonly used Over The Counter medicines are no longer allowed to be sold by pharmacies in NZ.From 5th November all codeine-containing medicines have become prescription-only. This means that people wishing to use codeine combined with paracetamol or ibuprofen will need to see their doctor and ask for a prescription.This change affects the following medicines:...

Shop Online with CLICK + COLLECT

For your shopping convenience you can now shop for our top-selling medicines and vitamins from home. It's safe, convenient and super-simple! CLICK HERE to check it out Shopping online is a great way to get the essential products you need, with the least fuss:Browse through our top-sellers on your phone, tablet or computer, add them to your shopping cart, pay and then select to pickup your items.We'll text or email you when your purchases are ready to pick up.Keep an eye on this news pa...

Picking up the Pieces

All of us have faced challenges over the last six weeks. We all have been saddened by the daily reports of those who have lost their lives, and the everlasting loss for their whānau and friends. A lot of small businesses – the backbone of our economy – will never be the same.  When they reopen it will be to a new world and a new way of doing business. Many people have lost their jobs or will return to a workplace that is irrevocably changed.So how do we face such an uncertainty? Some s...

Staying Ahead of the Game

March is the toughest month for pharmacists. It’s the month when we send in our annual portfolio of learning to the Pharmacy Council. This is one of the criteria enabling us to maintain our registration. No one enjoys it. Although we have had 12 months to prepare, like Christmas, inevitably everything is left to the last minute as we scramble to document all the meetings, seminars, and workshops we have attended over the previous year. Generally, it is the things that we enjoy or see a purpose...

Why I Still Get the Paper Delivered

Part of my routine each morning is to bring in the paper and read it over breakfast. My kids think I’m a dinosaur, and I realise that we paper readers are a dying breed. There was a recent price rise, which forced me to rethink whether keeping this habit was worthwhile, or just a waste of money.  I don’t like the fact that there is more and more advertising and less column inches. I don’t like the fact that a lot of the stories are reprinted from other papers. I don’t like...

Life Isn’t Always in a Straight Line

Last year, our whānau faced an unexpected crisis when my wife fell seriously ill. It made me realise that no one is exempt from the harsh realities of life. Although it was a difficult and unpleasant time, the experience has taught me a few things. How do we know what strength we have, or what we are capable of unless we are challenged?Looking back, I realise that coping with many small situations has strengthened me to face big situations. Every time I make a hard decision, or go through a cha...

Aspiration or Arrogance?

There are a few things in life that I really enjoy doing. One is relaxing and having a good laugh with friends. Another is watching rugby, particularly the All Blacks. Another is reading a good biography or autobiography. So, to combine two of these, I have just finished reading Wyatt Crockett’s biography Croczilla – a very good read, particularly as we are on the cusp of another rugby world cup.This quote on page 160 caught my eye:“There have been many accusations made against t...

The Rewards of Volunteering

Recently I was involved in the junior prizegiving ceremonies for two local sports clubs and a service organisation. All the events were well run, and the kids enjoyed them immensely.  It was great to see their efforts rewarded. The thing that struck me the most was the enthusiasm and commitment of the volunteers who give up their time to run the clubs. Hours and hours of unpaid work go into it.Our community thrives because of the selfless participation of these people – whether it’s coa...

What Can I Give Someone Who’s at the End of Their Life?

Over the period of a month recently, our family faced a crisis, and this gave me pause to remind myself what the important things are in life. While visiting the hospital I came into contact with many people at the end of their lives. It was sad, confronting, and thought-provoking. I witnessed families facing hard decisions about the ongoing care of loved ones. Or, sadly, how to make their last days as comfortable as possible.  The patients in the ward had obviously lived full and happ...