Just lighting up once turns into daily addiction for most
At least two-thirds of those who try cigarettes just once will go on to become daily smokers, new research finds Researchers said that data obtained from the UK, US, Australia …
Overtime win
Retail pharmacy casual workers to receive overtime payments, after case brought by union The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association (SDA) says the decision is a “win” for casual workers …
We’re a nation of hoarders
A new study finds 60% of Australians are keeping medicines in case they are needed again New research published in the Australian Health Review shows Australia is a nation of …
Alert: online scams on the rise
The ACCC is warning people to be wary of scammers trying to ruin their Christmas holidays “Scammers often try to take advantage of people during the busy Christmas period and …
The year in review: Winners and losers in the penalty rate debate
The Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) decision to reduce penalty rates continues to be contentious, particularly for pharmacy assistants—we look at what unfolded this year The FWC’s decision, which came after …
Vale Jack Thomas
Pharmacy academic and former consulting editor of the AJP Dr Jack Thomas has passed away Dr Jack Thomas OAM died peacefully surrounded by family on Monday at a high care …
New cervical cancer screening test begins
New cervical screening test, which replaces the old Pap test, begins 1 December 2017 The new test is a more accurate way of screening for cervical cancer and is expected …
Viagra to go OTC in the UK, say authorities
Viagra will be available without prescription in the UK in a bid to curtail the black market for the drug The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said yesterday …
CWH wins two new awards
Chemist Warehouse, Sanofi and 3M were among the winners of a recent major consumer award Australian consumers have selected their top products and brands in the Product of the Year …
7 social media hacks
7 ways to ensure your social media strategy is working for you and your business, by leading expert Mel Kettle Know why you’re online It’s all very well to be …
J&J wins reversal of $417m talc fine
A US judge has thrown out $US417m ($A533 million) award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using J&J talc-based baby powder The announcement follows the company’s …
Pharmacy assistant union loses penalty rates bid
Two unions have lost a bid to overturn the FWC’s decision to cut penalty rates for pharmacy, retail and hospitality workers The Federal Court has ruled that the FWC met …