Should we be worried about the new Wuhan coronavirus?
Ian M. Mackay, The University of Queensland and Katherine Arden, The University of Queensland look at the emerging problem The World Health Organisation has postponed its decision about whether to …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Benefits and harms of intensive glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes The body of evidence shows no meaningful benefit …
Compounding the disaster
For many pharmacies already affected by Australia’s terrible bushfires, there may also be ongoing economic and business impacts, says Frank Sirianni A recent article suggests the “Economic impact of Australia’s …
Bushfire smoke is bad for eyes, too
As we continue to contend with smoke haze in various parts of the country, many Australians may find themselves with watery, burning, irritated or red eyes Katrina Schmid Associate Professor, …
Owing prescriptions – are you courting danger?
The recent devastating bushfires have meant pharmacists have needed to dispense emergency supplies of medications without prescriptions. PDL advises on how this can be done without putting your patients, or …
Finding your price point
Do you know what your pharmacy is worth? Frank Sirianni explains why it’s important when contemplating a sale Continuing our practice4sale series, Frank Sirianni provides a second tip on how …
Providing support
Curtis Ruhnau recently participated in the PSS volunteer training program. He describes a moving and inspiring experience, one of great importance to all pharmacists Curtis Ruhnau is the PDL representative …
Why I’m excited to be studying pharmacy
A first year student’s perspective By Emily Mannix For as long as I can remember I have wanted to enter the health industry. I romanticised the clinicians who devoted their …
Just like baking a cake
Is there a recipe or formula to get the right product mix in your pharmacy, ask Bruce Annabel & Mal Scrymgeour Bking a cake should be a relatively simple task. …
A question of safety
Leading pharmacy groups are set to join in talks to formulate a joint safety policy, say Chris Freeman and Leanne Wells Next week will see the convening of a Strategic …
Why is my poo green?
Vincent Ho from Western Sydney University looks at a colourful problem It’s happened to many of us at some point in our lives: we finish our bowel movement, look down …
Ready for the market
Frank Sirianni explains how to get a quick and good sale when you’re ready to put your pharmacy on the market For many pharmacy owners, selling their pharmacy is a …