Sean Shivnan Pharmacy

Treat yourself to our fun and sustainable hair, bath and body products that make you smile! 🤩 Our amazing NZ made range by Anihana looks & smells great PLUS saves plastic from entering our environment! Prices start at just $4.99. 🛁

Rapid & Long-lasting relief* for strong pain.
Voltaren Rapid 25 Tablets provide temporary relief of acute pain where inflammation is present. Gets to work fast.*
Voltaren Rapid 25 tablets are available in packs of 20 for $14.99 or 30 for $19.99.

*When taken as an initial dose of 2 x 25 mg tablets

Available only from your Pharmacist. Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your health professional. Incorrect use may be harmful. Do not use if you have stomach ulcers. Voltaren Rapid 25 contains diclofenac potassium 25mg. Use: For the temporary relief of acute pain where inflammation is present, such as sprains and strains, back and joint pains, migraine headaches and period pain. Adults and children > 14 years: Take 2 tablets initially with liquid, then 1 tablet every 8 hours if necessary (max 6 tablets per day).

Wishing all of our wonderful community a fantastic long weekend! 👑

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Use strictly as directed. If symptoms persist or you have side effects, consult your pharmacist or doctor. Vitamins should be used in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise. Full product information
is available from your pharmacist. Offer valid from Wednesday 01 June to Thursday 30 June 2022 or while stocks last.
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Support your family's immune systems this winter with 50% off our Good Health Viralex range! 🌱

Viralex Everyday is Good Health’s foundational immune system support product for year-round support, while Viralex Attack is perfect to have
at the ready when those winter ills and chills hit. If you need immediate support Viralex Attack will start working within just 2 hours! The unique
ingredient EpiCor® is scientifically researched to support the body’s defences by increasing antioxidant protection and supporting the
immune response.

Talk to our friendly staff about what Viralex products might be right for your family. 🧡



Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Our new catalogue is out today! Packed full with great deals, so you can stock up for the family before winter really sets in.

Check out our amazing NZ made range - Anihana. 🛁
Thoughtfully handcrafted shampoo bars, sugar scrubs, shower steamers and bath bombs, proudly made in New Zealand. Anihana products use safe, affordable ingredients so that you can relax, unwind and make a little me time at the end of a busy day. Prices start at just $4.99!

Hey Aotearoa! This winter we need to work hard to stop the spread of flu amongst our most vulnerable population. We know how good we are at this now! So please get your flu shot, wash your hands & if you feel unwell at all- stay home. 🤧 😷

Seven things you can do in your 60s to enjoy a better life for longer

A major study this month suggests that switching to a healthier diet, even in your sunset years, can add a decade to your life.

Last year, a study from Johns Hopkins University in the United States tracked more than 6000 people, aged 44 to 84, for more than seven years. Those who made good-for-you changes such as quitting smoking, following a Mediterranean-style diet, getting regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight, decreased their risk of death in the time period by 80 per cent!

Seven things you can do in your 60s to enjoy a better life for longer Forget the seven signs of ageing, Luke Mintz has seven tips you can do in your 60s to enjoy a better life for longer.

Sleep: here's how much you really need for optimal cognition and wellbeing

Most of us struggle to think well after a poor night’s sleep – feeling foggy and failing to perform at our usual standard at school, university or work. You may notice that you’re not concentrating as well, or that your memory doesn’t seem up to scratch. Decades of bad sleep, however, may potentially lead to cognitive decline. 👇 👇 👇

Sleep: here's how much you really need for optimal cognition and wellbeing Most of us struggle to think well after a poor night’s sleep – feeling foggy and failing to perform at our usual standard at school, university or work. You may notice that you’re not concentrating as well, or that your memory doesn’t seem up to scratch.

Budgeting and healthy eating | Health Navigator NZ

"If you’ve carefully planned your weekly meals, the temptation to eat out is greatly diminished. Knowing that you have the ingredients on hand to whip up a healthy meal feels great. These days, eating out is expensive and you don’t always know what’s in your food. The same goes for buying coffee – think about how much it adds up over a year if you buy takeaway coffee every day. Make it yourself and put that money towards the grocery bill."

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Budgeting and healthy eating | Health Navigator NZ With the cost of living soaring in Aotearoa New Zealand and global inflation affecting every area of the economy, it’s harder than ever to stretch the food dollar further and eat well for less.

Why holding back your urge to poop can wreak havoc on your insides – a gastroenterologist explains

habitually putting off the urge to poo and slowing the bowel “transit time” may be associated with a higher risk of problems such as bowel cancer, diverticulosis (small pouches of the bowel lining protruding through the bowel wall), haemorrhoids and anal tears, and prolapse.

That’s why the golden rule of gastroenterology is to always heed the “call to stool” when the urge strikes! 💩 💩 💩

Why holding back your urge to poop can wreak havoc on your insides – a gastroenterologist explains The golden rule of gastroenterology is to always heed the ‘call to stool’ when the urge strikes.

As your trusted, locally owned, community Pharmacy, we are here to help with all manner of health questions and advice. 💙

Four strange COVID symptoms you might not have heard about

With the rise of new variants, the symptoms of COVID have also evolved. Initially, the NHS regarded a fever, cough, and loss or change in sense of smell or taste as the main symptoms which could indicate COVID infection. Now, recently updated NHS guidance suggests also looking out for symptoms including a sore throat, blocked or runny nose, and a headache.

But what about some of the more obscure signs and symptoms? From skin lesions to hearing loss, emerging data is increasingly showing us that COVID symptoms can go beyond what you might expect from a regular cold or a flu. 👇 👇

Four strange COVID symptoms you might not have heard about Well over two years into the pandemic, hundreds of thousands of COVID cases continue to be recorded around the world every day.

Bowel Cancer - Family Health Diary

New Zealand has one of the highest bowel cancer rates in the world with over 1200 people dying every year of the disease. Scientists are still unsure why this is – it has been raised that our love of red meat, processed foods and foods that are high in animal fat could be contributors. There are other risk factors to developing bowel cancer such as drinking alcohol, smoking, being overweight, a diet low in fruit and vegetables, inflammatory bowel disease, and lack of exercise as well as genetic factors.

It is very important to remember that there is a much greater chance of successful treatment if bowel cancer is detected in the early stages. Follow up early on any health niggles and if you are within the eligible age group and your District Health Board is part of the NBSP, make sure that you do your bowel screening test.

Bowel Cancer - Family Health Diary Bowel cancer is the second biggest cancer killer in New Zealand (lung cancer holds first place), but it doesn’t need to be as it is... Read more »

Happy International Nurses Day! 👩‍⚕️ 👨‍⚕️

“The best nurses have the essential qualifications before they go to school.” - Florence Nightingale

Did you know the Ministry of Health is encouraging all health and disability sector employees to get immunised against flu (influenza) to protect themselves and the patients and clients they care for?

This year, in the context of the borders re-opening and the continued threat of COVID-19, we’re aiming for at least 80% of the health sector workforce to be vaccinated against influenza.

The Ministry will reimburse employers of patient- and client-facing health care workers including:
• General practice
• Private hospitals
• Disability services
• Pharmacies
• Aged residential care facilities
• Hauora Māori and Pacific health practices

Guidance on applying for a reimbursement can be found here. https://lnkd.in/gwZyz6Wj

Did you know you can return expired or unused medicines to your pharmacy?

If you have unwanted medicines (including medicines for pets), the safest way to dispose of them is to return them to your pharmacy. This is a free service.

Our wastewater systems are not designed to cope with medicine waste. If medicines get into waterways or the soil, they can harm animals. Some medicines can change the reproduction of aquatic creatures, change their physiology or change their behaviour.

Any medicine that is returned to a community pharmacy is not reused for anyone else. This is because the quality, safety and efficacy of the medicine cannot be checked.

We’re delighted to offer these beautiful, limited edition wheat bags, proudly made here in New Zealand, using Vintage New Zealand wool. 🐏

Wheat bags are ideal for soothing aches, pains, sore muscles and tension and can be a great alternative to a hot water bottle with more flexibility.

COVID-19 Vaccine explained with Nanogirl | Ministry of Health NZ

Here's a fun one to watch with your tamariki! 💞
The Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora has teamed up with Nanogirl - STEM Activities for Kids to create a video all about the COVID-19 vaccine and help explain the science.
The COVID-19 vaccines help to teach your immune system to fight the virus, without needing exposure to the virus itself. https://bit.ly/3MA9nSO

COVID-19 Vaccine explained with Nanogirl | Ministry of Health NZ

Treat Mum or yourself to a gorgeous Therapy Hand Wash and Moisturiser Set now only $19.99! 🎀

Plus- get a stylish FREE tea towel. The set is valued at $34.99 so hurry in-store now as these won’t last.

Proudly available from your local community pharmacy and just in time for Mother’s Day! 🎀

World Asthma Day Aotearoa - Family Health Diary

Today is World Asthma day. 🌬️
Because it is nearly winter, remember that most asthmatics taking preventer treatments for their asthma are eligible for free influenza vaccines. Ask your doctor about the flu vaccine when you go to talk about getting an asthma action plan and about reviewing your current inhalers.

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World Asthma Day Aotearoa - Family Health Diary Every year we have a day to remind people about asthma; how many of us suffer with it and how many New Zealanders die from... Read more »