Doing its due diligence
College Board says it followed correct procedures when PSA offer was rejected The Board of the Australian College of Pharmacy followed correct procedures and conducted proper due diligence in assessing …
The numbers are in
Research is continuing to determine the clinical and financial efficacy of MedsChecks, Department says, as it releases the latest figures on uptake of the Pain MedsCheck trial program The final …
Changing direction
Pfizer subsidiary dumps direct distribution model to return to CSO wholesale deliveries Upjohn Australia, a subsidiary of Pfizer, has announced that it will distribute its medicines through Community Service Obligation …
Replacements on the way
Pharmacies will be able to order replacement EpiPen Jr stock as early as this week The TGA says new stock of EpiPen Jr will be available to order as soon …
Focus on the bottom line
What were our most popular business-focused articles during 2019? What you need to consider when looking to buy a pharmacy, or buy your first pharmacy, and how to differentiate commercial …
Extended prescribing impasse
Mixed messages from the Department of Health over two-month prescriptions, as new documents say pharmacist mark-ups will impact consumer and taxpayer savings New Department of Health documents reveal that two-month …
Conflicting views over College proposal
Former leaders of the Australian College of Pharmacy have expressed concerns over a recommendation that will see it restructured as a proprietary company and “run” by a Guild branch A …
The old and the new
A wide range of articles made our 10 most-read features for 2019, including some from the recent past Careers advice, pharmacist prescribing, changing methods of practice, clinical articles and Chemist …
Toxic oils
Cases of poisoning from essential oil exposure are frequent and increasing in Australia, new research reveals A study published this week shows there were 4,412 calls made to the NSW …
2019: our readers’ favourites
What were our 20 most popular stories during 2019? As 2019 draws to a close, we will look back at the stories that engaged our readers during the year. Today, …
State of origin
Which state has the highest, or lowest, percentage of AHPRA notifications for pharmacists? The most recent data snapshot released by the Pharmacy Board of Australia has revealed more detail about …
The registration clock is ticking
Time is almost up for registration renewals, and there are new photo ID requirements, the Pharmacy Board says The Pharmacy Board of Australia has issued a reminder that those who …