Taken on notice
There are questions about some of the evidence presented to the Senate committee hearing into the effects of red tape on pharmacy rules, says Anthony Tassone Evidence presented by Michael Rhodes …
What in the weird?
Here are the top 10 weirdest science stories of the year, courtesy of the Australian Science Media Centre Sheep recognised Baaarack Obaaama When it comes to picking out a famous …
Rolling out the heavy hitters
APP2018 set to feature a super-powered lineup of speakers APP2018 will feature an exciting line-up of over 100 international and Australian speakers across four days of education, a trade exhibition …
Working with a purpose
Pharmacy is about more than just dollars and cents… it can also involve supporting people during their toughest times By Curtis Ruhnau It was on a Thursday in our pharmacy …
You’re not doing it right!
What is the most common mistake being made by nearly all pharmacies, asks Sarah Rendell from Peak Strategies As an owner of a business one of the most important skills …
Pharmeducation comes to Sydney
Pharmeducation Clinical update 2018 to be held in the Harbour City After a successful Broome conference earlier this year, Pharmeducation is hosting a one-day seminar in March 2018. This seminar …
We’ve got an adherence problem. What are we doing about it?
Medicines adherence needs a multi-pronged approach, writes Tal Rapke According to a 2003 report by the World Health Organization into medication adherence, approximately 50 per cent of patients with chronic …
Thinking of taking opioids for low back pain? Here’s what you need to know
Thinking of taking opioids for low back pain? Here’s what you need to know When it comes to treating low back pain, opioids have many risks and few benefits. Shutterstock …
Sildenafil to be supplied without prescription in the UK: should Australia do the same?
In Australia, some men are at increased risk of harm because they rely on access to counterfeit medicines, says Nial Wheate Nial Wheate, Senior Lecturer and BPharm Coordinator, University of Sydney Last …
What’s the best option?
Cost cutting on wages versus investing in companion selling to get results: do the simple math, it’s a no brainer, says Glenn Guilfoyle As I travel this big country of …
People get ready
An event that helps prepare you for pharmacy ownership Event: Medici Capital Pharmacy Ownership Ready Conference – Gold Coast Feb 4 to 6, 2018 For the last 20 years, Frank …
Making the most of your intern year
The completion of a pharmacy degree is no small feat, and graduates should be ready to hit the ground running in the next milestone, writes Tim Roberts As pharmacy schools …