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Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news What’s new in osteoporosis management? This clinical practice article provides general practice teams with guidance on fracture risk assessment and osteoporosis …
New minister to bring ‘fresh new perspectives to patient care’
Tasmania’s government ministry now includes a brand-new health minister, in a move welcomed by pharmacists Tasmanian premier Jeremy Rockliff announced that registered nurse Jacquie Petrusma will become the Minister for …
Leading pharmacists lauded
Five outstanding pharmacists have been recognised for their commitment to excellence in pharmacy practice The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has presented its 2024 Queensland Excellence Awards in Brisbane, with the …
Funding CSO ‘essential’: NPSA
Talks are continuing to secure new Pharmaceutical Wholesalers’ Agreement to future-proof the CSO More than four months after the government announced that funding for the distribution of medicines through Community …
Allergies getting worse, say patients
A new study has taken a deep dive into how people with allergies keep their homes allergen-free (or not) – but also shines a light on their anxiety New consumer …
Last chance to reward innovation
Nominations will close this Friday for the 2024 UTS Innovative Pharmacist of the Year award We’re in the final week for receiving nominations for the UTS 2024 Innovative Pharmacist of …
Methadone services underfunded: pollie
Federal government urged to boost funding for pharmacies that are delivering methadone to patients in need Pharmacists providing methadone services are doing so at a financial cost to their businesses, …
Chemist Warehouse expands global footprint
Discounter opens first “superstore” in the Middle East Chemist Warehouse is continuing its network of close to 600 stores worldwide, with the opening of a new outlet in the United …
Two wheels: the next big thing
The next thing can be as simple as something that makes it easier to carry your luggage, or it could be something totally high tech. We won’t know till it’s …
The week in review
The pharmacist workforce shortage (especially in hospitals), legislation on interstate scripts and the cap on HMRs all came under the spotlight this week In Tasmania, health minister Guy Barnett announced …
Boosting access to vaccination
Health organisations are calling for change to improve Australia’s lagging adult vaccination uptake and poor access to vaccines, particularly for leading respiratory diseases such as RSV. Sheshtyn Paola reports KEY …
PDL director election results announced
Following recent director elections for South Australia/Northern Territory and Queensland, PDL announces Paula Kwan and Bruce Elliot as the new directors on the PDL Board. Paula Kwan has been elected …