Capital Chemist Palmerston

28/03/2026

📣 ALL 2026 FLU VACCINES AVAILABLE NOW 📣

We have now received our private and government funded flu vaccines for all ages from 6 months old 💉 🦠

There is no charge with government funded flu vaccines for those over 65 years, children 5 years and under, pregnant women, individuals with specific chronic illnesses and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

There is also no charge with government funded shingles vaccines for those over 65 years.

Consider vaccination today to give yourself the best protection as we head into the cooler months.

You can book an appointment with one of our friendly pharmacists here at https://www.medadvisor.com.au/Network/CapitalChemistpalmerston

If you have any questions about eligibility, please reach out to one of our pharmacists for more information.

22/03/2026

Don’t you hate it when your points expire or you forget to redeem them?
Luckily our points can be redeemed at any Capital Chemist Store.
At Capital Chemist we know what matters. Loyalty and trust. Our Loyalty Matters program is designed with our loyal customers in mind. We offer exclusive member only pricing on selected items in store every month. You can earn points and save money on items that you buy every day. Our Loyalty Points allows you to accumulate vouchers that can be used in any Capital Chemist store.
Each month as a Loyalty Matters Member you will also receive a fortnightly newsletter offering health advice and tips to help keep you and your family healthy.
Membership is free. Come in store and talk to your friendly Capital Chemist Pharmacist about joining today.

21/03/2026

19/03/2026

🏆 National Recognition for Capital Chemist Bathurst 🏆

We are incredibly proud to celebrate an outstanding achievement - Capital Chemist Compounding Bathurst has been named Australia’s National Community Pharmacy of the Year at the 2026 National Pharmacy Awards.

This prestigious award recognises pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient care, innovation, and community impact.

The Bathurst team has been recognised for their service-driven model, strong partnerships with healthcare providers, and innovative programs supporting patients through services such as home care and NDIS support.

It is a remarkable achievement for the entire team and a powerful example of what community pharmacy can achieve when patient care is at the centre of everything.

Congratulations to the incredible pharmacists, staff, and partners who made this possible. Your dedication continues to make a real difference in the lives of your community.

👏 We are so proud of you. Well done, Capital Chemist Bathurst! 👏

23/02/2026

Public health alert - Measles case in the ACT

The Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) can confirm a case of measles has been identified in the ACT in a recently returned overseas traveller.

The individual attended the following public venues while unknowingly infectious. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.

• Hertz Car Rental Agency, Canberra Airport on 16/2/2026 between 5:00pm-7:30pm
• Arrivals – ground level, Canberra Airport on 16/2/2026 between 4:30pm-5:30pm
• Gungahlin Walk-In Centre on 18/2/2026 between 3:15pm -5:40pm
• Emergency Department waiting room, Canberra Hospital on 18/2/2026 between 6:00pm-8.30pm.

Known contacts are being followed up in line with national guidelines to provide them with appropriate advice.

Anyone who has not already been contacted by HCSD and attended these locations within the listed times is advised to:

• Monitor for symptoms of measles. It can take up to 18 days to develop symptoms after being exposed.

• If symptoms develop, see your doctor or health service, including an emergency department. Call ahead to let them know that you may have come into contact with measles and wear a face mask when you go.

• If you have not received two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine (MMR vaccine) or are unsure, please contact a GP or pharmacist (for people from 5 years) to receive a measles-containing vaccine. This works best when given soon after being exposed, usually within 72 hours. The vaccine is free in the ACT but an administration fee may apply.

• Call HCSD on (02) 5124 9213 if you have a weakened immune system (e.g. people who are receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy for cancer or people who take high-dose steroid medications), are pregnant and unvaccinated, or have an infant under 12 months of age.

Symptoms of measles include:
• fever
• tiredness
• runny nose
• sore and red eyes
• cough
• non-itchy, blotchy red rash that spreads from the face to the rest of the body.

Measles is a highly contagious vaccine-preventable disease that is spread when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes.

More information about this public health alert can be found at http://bit.ly/3ZLMGDW

20/02/2026

Your local Capital Chemist pharmacist is a wealth of knowledge and support offering so much more than most realise. Think of us next time you need:
• Vaccinations – both those free under the National Immunisation Program and privately available for travel or health reasons.

• Leave certificates – for all self-limiting ailments like colds and flu or minor injuries. No appointment necessary!

• Treatments – including many skin conditions, minor injuries, sleep apnoea, pains, and allergies.

• In-store and take-home medical tests – including blood glucose, blood pressure, iron studies, sleep apnoea, and HbA1c testing.

• Disease screening and prevention – including blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, asthma screening, and hearing checks.

• Pharmacist prescribing - available for emergency contraception, urinary tract infections^, and some skin conditions.

• Other services^ – ear wax removal, diabetes education, home medicine reviews, naloxone provision, syringe/medication disposal, and mobility equipment hire.

^Not all services available in all stores. Some services incur additional fees. If urgent, please call ahead to check availability and cost.
Come instore and talk to your friendly local Capital Chemist Pharmacist today.

16/02/2026

Chúc mừng năm mới!
Happy Lunar New Year to all our lovely customers and friends!

🧨 May the Fire Horse bring you & your family prosperity, joy, energy, and excellent health.

15/02/2026

We recently received this message of gratefulness from Mohammed at HelpingACT, to whom we've donated $20,000.

We wanted to share it and decided we didn't want to change a word of this beautiful message.

We love supporting those in our community doing great things for others, just like Mohammed and HelpingACT.

You are more than welcome, Mohammed.

14/02/2026

At Capital Chemist we value our community and believe in giving back.
Our Community Matters Programme supports and assists many charities and organisations in Canberra. Your
support helps us to make a difference. As an extension of our commitment to the health and wellbeing of every person we are proud to support Orange Sky Australia. Orange Sky are on a mission to provide free laundry, showers and genuine conversation for people experiencing homelessness or hardship. You may see our Capital Chemist logo on the Orange Sky van around Canberra.
To find out more about Orange Sky or to get involved yourself head to: https://orangesky.org.au/get-involved/

03/02/2026

Exclusive savings? Yes Please!
At Capital Chemist we believe that Loyalty should be rewarded so when you join our Loyalty Matters Program you receive:
🌟 Free Membership
🌟Start earning points immediately
🌟 1 Loyalty Point (2 for seniors) for every $1 spent (bonus points on selected products) and triple points on Thursday!
🌟 The opportunity to earn and redeem Loyalty Points at any Capital Chemist or affiliated pharmacy
🌟 Chance to win fantastic prizes exclusive to Loyalty Matters members
🌟 Exclusive member-only monthly offers in-store.

To find out more talk to your friendly Capital Chemist Pharmacist and join today instore.

09/01/2026

Extreme hot weather today and tomorrow, stay inside to be safe, let us drop off medications to your door.

03/01/2026