
Health Advice
At Bendigo UFS, we’re committed to providing trusted, professional health advice to help you make informed decisions about your wellbeing.
From medication guidance to preventative health tips, chronic condition support, and family health insights, our resources are designed to keep you informed and empowered. Explore our latest general health advice below or visit us in-store for personalised support.
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Comfort food that’s kind to you
Welcome to the winter months! These 13 frosty weeks are notorious for their ability to reduce households to a pile of tissues and runny noses, “shrink clothes” and affect bathroom scale readings.


Folate for Women
Folate (also known as folic acid) is a B-group vitamin essential for the healthy development of the fetus in early pregnancy, in particular their neural tube.

This Could be the year you Quit forever
There are so many well documented reasons for quitting including all the health benefits. Who wouldn’t want to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, various cancers, lung diseases and amputation of limbs? And then there’s the importance of providing a non-smoking environment at home.


Stress management for daily living
Stress is a factor of life, and can be both positive and negative. If left to long without awareness, it can cause imbalances in our bodies. We need to be aware of how stress is affecting us, and learn what our stress factors are.


Simple relaxation tips
Finding yourself tense and unable to relax? Our modern lives are busy and can leave us depleted and unable to relax.

Why can’t I sleep?
We all need a good night’s sleep to function optimally, yet many of us never get it. There could be immeasurable reason for this, but a few of the common ones have to do with poor sleep hygiene, consuming stimulants late in the day and dietary factors.

Hearty and warm for Autumn and Winter
Shepherd’s Pie
Low fat, saturated fat, salt and sugar.

Hydration – Create your own cool change
Drinking eight standard glasses of plain, filtered water every day helps maintain critical moisture balance of the body and skin, and assists in detoxing. If you drink caffeinated beverages, you need to triple the amount of water you drink!

Hand Hygiene – Keep the Bugs Away Today!
Did you know that washing your hands properly is the SINGLE most effective action to help reduce infection?

Protect your skin this summer
At least two in three Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70. Skin cancer is one of the most expensive of cancers for the Australian Healthcare system, but also one of the most preventable
Body movement
People often wonder how much they need to move their bodies, and if they really need to exercise or not. Let me tell you this, exercise is not just a fad, and the human body is designed to be moved in some way every single day.
Iron and Blood
Pharmacists are experts on medicines and drug therapy. The pharmacists at UFS have all completed a university course and intern year, and come with a variety of past experience such as hospital pharmacy, mental health, oncology, medication review and international volunteering.
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Medicine Cabinet
Be prepared for life’s little health challenges. Whether it’s relief for allergies, cold and flu, pain management, or first aid essentials, our pharmacy offers trusted solutions to keep your medicine cabinet stocked and ready.
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Women’s Health
At every stage of life, women’s health matters. From pregnancy care to family planning, hormonal health, and menopause support, our pharmacy team provides expert advice and essential services tailored to women’s unique health needs.
Health Advice Quick Links
Need reliable health advice fast? Our resources cover everything from managing medications to preventative health and wellbeing. Explore our expert insights, book an appointment, or visit us in-store for personalised support.
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