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Chemist Warehouse is sponsoring the Young Pharmacist of the Year Award in the 2025 New Zealand Primary Healthcare Awards | He Tohu Mauri Ora. The Chemist Warehouse leadership team explains what it means to be a Stellar Supporter.
Why is Chemist Warehouse sponsoring the Primary Healthcare Awards?
Primary healthcare is the backbone of our communities. By sponsoring these awards, we celebrate excellence and champion those who make healthcare more accessible, innovative and patient-centred. The awards spotlight the incredible individuals and teams who go above and beyond every day. At Chemist Warehouse, we believe outstanding contributions in primary care deserve recognition, and we want to honour those making a difference.
What is Chemist Warehouse’s key area of involvement in primary care?
We are committed to improving patient care through prescription services, practice support and collaborative initiatives. We work with healthcare professionals to enhance health outcomes.
What interests you about the category Chemist Warehouse is sponsoring?
This category represents the heart of healthcare – dedicated professionals who put patients first, often in challenging circumstances with limited resources. They are the unsung heroes of healthcare – working tirelessly, often behind the scenes, to improve lives. It’s time to shine a light on their contributions.
What do you hope this sponsorship will achieve for the entrants in this category?
We want every entrant to feel seen, valued and motivated to continue their essential work. By celebrating them, we hope to inspire further advancements, foster collaboration and encourage greater investment in primary healthcare.
How would you describe the sector in three words?
Resilient, dedicated, indispensable.
What would you choose if you were asked to name a popular song as the anthem for primary care?
Stronger (Kelly Clarkson) because no matter the challenges, primary care professionals keep showing up, standing strong, proving repeatedly that they are the heart of our communities.
The New Zealand Primary Healthcare Awards | He Tohu Mauri Ora is Aotearoa's premiere celebration of excellence in the field of primary healthcare. The awards honour the incredible contributions of our healthcare professionals in a wide range of categories. Category list available on www.nzphawards.co.nz/categories.
If you are still thinking about entering but thought you had left it too late - we have great news. Entry deadline has been extended to 30 April 2025.
Primary care in Aotearoa is achieving amazing outcomes in tough times. We would love to hear about the positive impact that you and your team are making for your community.
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