Rochester Chemmart Pharmacy

25/01/2026

22/01/2026

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A reminder that we are CLOSED Monday 26th January for the Australia Day Public Holiday
We will be open as usual on Tues 27th January 9-5.30👍🏻
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09/01/2026

09/01/2026

The RRRReally great people aka Paul Butler have the 4RS open today till 6 for a cool space if you need somewhere to go 👇🏽

08/01/2026

Due to the catastrophic weather conditions tomorrow
09/01/2026

REDHS will be offering a cool space
Location: REDHS Function Room

Opening hours will be 8.30am - 4pm

Please ensure you sign in at the main reception.

05/01/2026

Severe heatwave and extreme fire danger warnings are in place for parts of our catchment later this week.

While extreme heat can affect anyone, people who are young, older, who are pregnant, have acute or chronic health problems, are socially isolated or have limited ways to keep cool are more at risk.

Tips to protect yourself and others:

💦 Stay cool. Use air conditioning and/or a fan. Wear light and loose clothing. Keep skin wet, using a spray bottle or damp sponge and by taking cool showers. If you can’t keep cool at home, think about where you can go on hot days to cool down such as public pools or air-conditioned buildings.

🫗 Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water. Keep drinking fluids before you feel thirsty, especially if outdoors and performing physical activity.

☎️ Check in with family, friends and neighbours. Let people know you are OK and check in with those at increased risk or who may need your support. Look out for those who might be more affected by extreme heat.

📆 Plan ahead. Watch the weather forecast and plan activities at cooler times of day.

🚫 Hot cars kill. Never leave kids, adults or pets in cars. The temperature inside a parked car can double within minutes.

🧑‍⚕️ If needed, Urgent Care is open 24/7, call Nurse-On-Call on 1300 60 60 24 or contact Victorian Virtual Emergency Department at https://www.vved.org.au/

👮‍♂️ In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

For more information:
• Bureau of Meteorology heatwave warnings: https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/specialised-forecasts-and-observations/heatwave

• Better Health Channel advice for extreme heat - https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/extreme-heat

• VicEmergency: https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

• CFA total fire bans and danger ratings: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/total-fire-bans-fire-danger-ratings

02/01/2026

With more pollen in the air, many people are noticing an increase in hay fever and asthma symptoms. This time of year also brings a higher risk of thunderstorm asthma, which can come on suddenly and be life-threatening. ⚠️

Knowing asthma first aid could save a life. Here’s what to do if you or someone else is having an asthma attack:

Asthma First Aid – 4 Key Steps (12yrs +).

Step 1: Sit yourself / the person upright

Step 2: Using a blue/grey reliever puffer (and a spacer, if you have one): shake the puffer, put 1 puff into the spacer, take 4 breaths. Repeat 4 times. Remember: Shake, 1 puff, 4 breaths.

Step 3: Wait 4 minutes. If breathing does not return to normal, take 4 more separate puffs of blue/grey reliever.

Step 4: If breathing still does not return to normal dial triple zero (000) for an ambulance. Take 4 separate puffs every 4 minutes until emergency assistance arrives.

Call 000 immediately if:
• Breathing becomes difficult
• Symptoms get worse quickly
• There is no reliever available

For more information visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/4aTP5D0

31/12/2025

✨ Almost another year done & dusted! ✨
Just a reminder that we will be CLOSED tomorrow, Thursday 1st January 2026, for New Year’s Day 🥳

We’ll be back open with normal trading hours on Friday 2nd January 😊

🎆 Happy New Year everyone-wishing you all a fabulous year ahead! 🎆

29/12/2025

😊OPEN again today - a reminder that we are CLOSED on THURSDAY!

24/12/2025

🎄 MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄

As the year comes to a close, we just want to say THANKYOU -for the smiles, the laughs, the chats, the kindness and the stories you share every day. They truly mean more than you know.

We feel incredibly grateful and humbled to be part of such a caring, supportive community. Your patience, understanding and support remind us why we love what we do.

As you enjoy the festive season with friends and family, please remember to look after one another and reach out to those who may be finding this time a little tough. A small act of kindness can make a big difference.

Brett & the team wish you all a safe, joyful and love-filled Christmas ✨