Guild launches mentor platform
The Pharmacy Guild has created a dedicated site where it says the community pharmacy industry can connect and grow through mentoring The site is designed to encourage growth and innovation …
Pharmacy 4 Less expanding China business
Pharmacy 4 Less has signed an agreement with JD Worldwide aimed at expanding on existing China cross-border e-commerce operations established in 2015 The group had been in discussions with members …
CWH accused of ‘targeting’ union members
The National Union of Workers has posted about “Chemist Warehouse union busting” following allegations of a bullying culture And a person who has been accused of sexual assault no longer …
Alleged advertising breaches
The TGA has begun proceedings against a clinic over alleged advertising breaches of compounded prescription-only therapeutic goods The Secretary of the Department of Health has begun Federal Court proceedings against …
How to take care of your skin during the silly season
Our Q&A with consultant dermatologist Dr Andrea Tomizawa 1. What are some common skin issues people may encounter during the silly season (and why)? With the festive season upon us, …
Online pharmacy simulation tool recognised
Monash University’s pharmacy faculty has won silver and bronze medals at the QS Reimagine Education Awards in San Francisco for its MyDispense software Monash University’s Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences …
The importance of talking
Professor Debra Rowett has pointed out the need for interprofessional communication to help address a number of health issues Speaking at the Emeritus Professor Lloyd Sansom, AO Distinguished Lecture series …
Poll: Do you do compounding in your pharmacy?
And if so, what do you know about non-sterile compounding of medicines? Compounding is the arm of pharmacy that involves preparing personalised medications for patients. Marina Holt, Education and Training …
Is cow’s milk protein allergy overdiagnosed?
Cow’s milk protein allergy may be helping the baby milk industry to form relationships with paediatricians, warns one expert An investigation published by the BMJ suggests that cows’ milk protein …
Local pharmacies put kids first
Chemists’ Own has partnered with pharmacies to raise money for hundreds of Australian early learning centres More than 300 pharmacies across Australia have participated in the Chemists’ Own campaign to …
Rising stars
The Star Pharmacy Group has named its top performers “Star Pharmacy Group have experienced a remarkable year and in the light of that we are proud, pleased and excited to …
Blackmore gifts $10m to Southern Cross University
Marcus Blackmore AM and his wife Caroline have made a record $10 million personal donation to the university to open a centre for naturopathic medicine It is the largest, single …