Who Should Get It: Universal vaccination is recommended, but it is especially critical for vulnerable groups, young children, pregnant women, older adults, and those with underlying chronic health conditions.
Children's Dosing: Children under 9 years old who are receiving the flu vaccine for the first time require two doses, spaced at least four weeks apart.
Timing: The flu vaccine takes about two weeks to provide full protection. It is ideally administered before the peak of the flu season to allow the body to build immunity.
Side Effects: Common side effects include mild soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site, as well as minor body aches or low-grade fever. It is important to know that you cannot get the flu from an inactivated flu sho
According to an Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, an estimated 11.2 million (63.4 per cent) of Australian adults are overweight or obese that the Federal Government has now designated this problem as a National Health Priority. The research further predicts that in the next 5 years, nearly 80 per cent of Australians will be overweight or obese.
The focus on obesity and overweight is based on the fact that the issue is the second highest contributor, after dietary risks, to Australia’s burden of disease, ranking even higher than smoking which comes in third.
Excess weight is a major risk factor for:
Our pharmacists and trained Staff at Star Pharmacy are always available to discuss and provide you with information on how to lose weight safely, set realistic weight loss goals, and provide extra support if you are trying to lose weight.
Sometimes just losing 5-10 per cent of your current body weight can help substantially decrease your risk of developing serious diseases. Research shows that people who engage the help of a health care professional have a better chance of losing weight and keeping it off.
Our pharmacists can advise you on medicines or diets designed to assist with weight loss, or whether a certain product is right for you.
At Star Pharmacy we are able to offer you the following additional services to assist in weight loss or management of risk factors associated with obesity:
Our vision at Star Pharmacy is to offer “Better Health Solutions” with our advanced technology, extensive health services, experienced pharmacists, naturopath and trained staff we will assist you with all your primary health care needs.
