Government moves on contraception pilot

Federal government to subsidise pharmacist-initiated oral contraceptives from 1 January 2027 Female concession cardholders aged 18-55 years will be able to access pharmacist-prescribed oral contraceptives and antibiotics to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) at Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) prices as part of a federal trial next year.   Speaking at the Australasian Pharmacy Professional Conference (APP) this morning,