Blood glucose tests, also known as blood sugar tests, measure the amount of glucose in your blood. Glucose is a simple sugar that provides energy for the body. These tests are essential for monitoring and managing diabetes, helping individuals track how food, exercise, medication, and illness affect their blood glucose levels.
Your community pharmacy offers:
- Convenient blood glucose testing through simple blood or finger-prick tests with glucose monitors.
- Assistance in interpreting test results and understanding their implications for diabetes management.
Benefits of regular blood sugar monitoring:
Your pharmacy may offer additional services such as:
- Diabetes management consultations.
- Education on blood glucose monitoring techniques.
- Referral to diabetes support services.
Our pharmacists provide personalised advice and support to help you manage your condition effectively. If you have diabetes or are at risk, visit your local community pharmacy for blood glucose testing. Our pharmacists provide personalised advice and support to help you manage your condition effectively.
Find a pharmacy near you offering blood glucose testing.
HIV testing
Get informed, get tested – your community pharmacy offers easy, private HIV testing access and guidance.
INR testing
Keep your blood clotting levels in check with convenient INR testing services at your community pharmacy.
Skin checks
Your pharmacist is here to help with skin health checks, guidance and advice for early skin cancer detection.
Cholesterol testing
Maintaining a healthy cholesterol level is crucial for good health, and your community pharmacy can help.
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Everyday health
Your local community pharmacy is your go-to destination for everyday health needs. From coughs and colds to travel health and mobility care, your community pharmacists can do more for you with expert advice and effective treatments to help you stay healthy and active. Explore our range of services to keep your family well every day.
Vaccination
Your community pharmacist can do more for you with a wide range of vaccines available, from flu and COVID-19 to essential travel immunizations. Visit your local pharmacy to stay healthy, protected, and up-to-date with your vaccinations.
Skin
Your community pharmacist is here to help you care for your skin, from managing common conditions like school sores, eczema, and acne to offering guidance on wound care, shingles, and sun protection. Visit your local community pharmacy for expert advice and effective solutions to keep your skin healthy every day.
Women's health
Community pharmacists are enhancing women’s health by providing comprehensive support at every stage – from conception and contraception to bone health and beyond.
Harm reduction & dependency
Your community pharmacist is here to help with harm reduction and dependency, offering support, resources, and more.
My medicines
Get expert support with your medications through comprehensive reviews and management services provided by your community pharmacist. From home medicine reviews and MedsCheck consultations to dose administration aids and staged supply, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Chronic conditions
Get the support you need from your community pharmacist to manage chronic conditions. With expert advice, personalised medication management and tailored health services, community pharmacies empower you to take control of ongoing health challenges and improve your quality of life.
Testing & screening
Take control of your health with convenient testing and screening services at your community pharmacy. From regular monitoring to early detection, these essential services help identify potential health risks and support proactive care. Your pharmacist is here to guide you in staying informed and making health-conscious decisions for a healthier future.
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