‘Early warning’ on added workload with prescribing
No sign of burnout among prescribing pharmacists in NZ, but a ‘notable proportion’ show evidence of ‘overextension’ A study of New Zealand’s registered prescribing pharmacists has revealed that none of …
Are you ready to vaccinate?
Regulator issues reminder on vaccination compliance requirements as winter season looms The inspectors from the Victorian Pharmacy Authority (VPA) have issued a timely reminder to pharmacists and pharmacy owners on …
A half century of exploration and learning
As the annual PSA Refresher Conference begins its 50th journey, we take a look back at the history of this unique pharmacy educational institution This month will see the 50th …
Which opportunities should we be seizing?
A range of opportunities are now available for those seeking to expand or change their careers, and to enhance their business. But how do you choose which path to follow? …
Regulate infant formula marketing: AMA
Medical group calls for tighter controls over the promotion of infant formula, including in pharmacies The Australian Medical Association (AMA) wants retailers to be included in mandatory infant formula marketing …
A notice on newsletters dates
An update for readers on our newsletter schedule over the Anzac Day weekend I wanted to notify our readers that there will not be our usual Saturday newsletter issues this …
Pharmacy to be a vape drop-off location
Vape disposal program in pharmacies coming, but still “in the design phase”, says Department of Health and Ageing A program that will see used and unwanted vapes disposed off in …
A thumbs-up from consumers
New Consumers Health Forum survey reveals very high levels of satisfaction in pharmacists, but an alarming amount of cost-related skipping of scripts A new survey from the Consumers Health Forum …
The top 10
Pharmacy rich list entries, plans for a failed group and call for repercussions for guilty pharmacist top our readership list These were the ten most read stories on the AJP …
The 2026 Pharmacy Barometer: 10 key findings
Pay for prescribing, services that win support from pharmacy owners, continuing education options and other findings from the latest Community Pharmacy Barometer The 15th wave of the UTS Community Pharmacy …
Barometer shows rising confidence
Confidence continues to grow in the community pharmacy sector, as does interest and participation in professional services, according to the latest UTS Pharmacy Barometer. Chris Brooker was on the barometer …
Gut health: a developing story
Research is continuing to reveal the links between gut health and an increasing number of illnesses and conditions, however questions remain about the efficacy of popular treatment options Around half …