TWC aids coeliac patients
March 13, 2014
TERRY White Chemists (TWC)
has announced it will introduce
a dedicated Gluten Intolerance
category across its network of more
than 160 Australian pharmacies.
While many TWC pharmacies
have been creating gluten-free
medications for many years, this
program is intended to cater more
comprehensively to those living
with coeliac disease.
Anthony White, ceo of TWC said
that the introduction of Gluten
Free Foods was the first step in a
planned expansion into the Health
Foods category.
The launch of the Gluten
Intolerance category will coincide
with Coeliac Awareness week
which kicks off today.
“Thankfully, Coeliac Disease
is a condition that can be quite
easily managed but it does require
proper diagnosis,” he said.
“Coeliac Disease has a number
of potential knock-on health
effects including increased risk of
some cancers, osteoporosis and
infertility.
“Our pharmacists are extremely
effective when it comes to
improving quality of life for those
living with health challenges but
unless there is an opportunity
to engage in conversation it is
impossible to know what people
may be facing,” added White.
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