Cate's Chemist Blog

PBS Pricing
How PBS medicines are priced and how much they cost can be confusing. Visit https://www.findapharmacy.com.au/pbs-pricing for more information and resources for community pharmacies and consumers to understand more the pricing and costs of a PBS prescription.
HMR and RMMR
Home Medicines Review Home Medicines Review (HMR) are designed to assist individuals living at home to maximise the benefits of their medicine regimen and prevent medication related problems. A HMR Service is available to patient's whose General Practitioner (GP) determines...
Sunscreen: How It Works, Why It Matters, and How to Choose the Right One

Sunscreen protects the skin from harmful UV radiation and helps reduce the risk of sunburn, skin ageing, and skin cancer. Learn how sunscreen works, what SPF means, and how to choose and use the right sunscreen for everyday protection.

Thank you & Merry Christmas!
Thank you to our customers who have supported Townsville local, family-owned business. Thank you to our patients - we respect and value the trust you put in us. Best wishes for the festive season!
Cate's Chemist Delivery
Dose Administration Aid (Medication Packing), Script Minder, Community Care, CTG and DVA patients may qualify for free delivery on our schedule. Contact us @Head Office or in store for more information.
Electrolytes: What They Are, Why You Need Them, and How to Choose the Right Type
Electrolytes are essential minerals that help maintain hydration, muscle function, and overall body balance. Learn what electrolytes are, why they matter in heat, illness, work, and sport, and how to choose the right type for your needs.
Zip Pay is now available
Zip Pay is now available in cateschemist.com.au Zip gives you the freedom to buy the things you love today. No fuss, no wait, no worries. Nothing to pay today Interest free with Zip Pay Flexible repayments Reusable account  How to...
Now Hiring - Pharmacist Interns for 2022!
Cate’s Chemist has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for two Interns to work with a team of over 30 other health obsessed professionals! Find more information here.
ScriptMinder
Cate's Chemist Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Hot off the press, just this morning (12 Nov 2020)... Reconciliation Australia, congratulate Cate’s Chemist on a great Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) which they are pleased to endorse as a Reflect RAP. Just in time to launch during NAIDOC Week!...
Cate's Chemist Defence Discount
Cate's Chemist has joined forces with Australian Partners of Defence (APOD) to offer all current and former ADF personnel and their direct family members 10% off Non-Prescription purchases in-store, online and over the phone at all three Cate's Chemist. For...
Frequently Asked Question - Why is Pharmacy Ownership Regulated?
Key components of regulation that underpin universal access to community pharmacy supply and services in Australia are the Location Rules (which are Federal, in the National Health Act) and the Ownership Rules which are State and Territory based. Some lobby...
Frequently Asked Question - How does PBS Pricing Work?
PBS pricing is complex and there is not a generally high level of understanding about how it all works. It is hard to explain fairly in small sound bites in media. Here are some key points: Under our subsidised medicine scheme,...
Ask your pharmacist about your Flu Shot today!
Book Vaccinations Online Cate's Chemist Garbutt, or Cate's Chemist Hyde Park Getting your vaccination at Cate's Chemist is easy. Your pharmacist will let you know if you are eligible for a government funded vaccination, or if you need to see...
Hiring Now - Pharmacy Assistant
Now Hiring a Pharmacy Assistant! Permanent Full Time Staff discounts Professionally rewarding work environment About Us: Cate’s Chemist Townsville is a growing group of locally owned pharmacies providing ‘Convenient Health Solutions’ to our communities. Our vision is to let our...
Independantly Accredited
You are probably familiar with the high quality of service and health care from your community pharmacy, but it can be reassuring to know that someone from outside the pharmacy is checking to see that things are running smoothly and...
Sleep Apnoea Services

Cate's Chemist Hyde Park now offers comprehensive sleep apnoea services, including bulk-billed overnight investigations, CPAP treatment trials, and high-quality equipment from ResMed. Discover how we can help you achieve better sleep today! Learn more.

How does Pharmacy Work?
Depending on which source you use, pharmacists remain the most or second most trusted profession in Australia, and they enjoy bipartisan support at all levels of government because of the valued contribution they make to the primary health network alongside...
Crutches available for hire
Find yourself in an Accident & Emergency department with a leg cast, brace or strapping? Call one of the friendly staff at Cate's Chemist Hyde Park on 07 4772 2473 to discuss hiring underarm and forearm crutches for adults and...
Sleep Apnoea Services at Hyde Park

Struggling with symptoms like loud snoring, daytime fatigue, or witnessed choking during sleep? Learn about sleep apnoea and how Cate’s Chemist can help with bulk-billed sleep studies and CPAP equipment to improve your sleep quality and overall health.