Non-PBS prices see Aussies skip scripts, doses: report
Almost quarter of surveyed Australians aren’t filling scripts for unlisted medicines, a new report shows. It also sheds light on the unsubsidised categories they are spending most on Despite …
CWH loses legal fight
The pharmacy retailer will be forced to the bargaining table after the Fair Work Commission rejected its attempt to overturn an earlier decision Chemist Warehouse’s bid to have an …
Renewed supplement probe after anaphylaxis reports
The medicines watchdog is looking at whether a cold and flu supplement should keep its ‘low-risk ingredient’ designation after its reported links to severe allergies The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) …
Trade terms tipped to slow PBS approvals
The industry has responded to US President Trump’s 100% tariff on pharmaceuticals and other trade policy threats, outlining the likely impacts – and exemptions The US president’s decision to slap …
Vaping likely causes cancer: Australian review
“To our knowledge, this review is the most definitive determination that those who vape are at increased risk of cancer compared to those who don’t,” the research lead says An …
Local production floated for essential meds
The Middle East war should spark reconsideration of whether we need our own supply – or trusted partnerships – for some medicines, a think tank says The geopolitical landscape has …
‘Let’s give them more to do’
A rural GP says pharmacists are the primary care missing link in remote communities – and shares how she believes professionals can position themselves to do more Efforts to achieve …
TGA flags sunscreen review
The authority will look into a potential shake-up of sunscreen regulation in Australia amid SPF testing variability and consumer confidence concerns The way sunscreens are regulated in Australia may be …
‘It’s a really good opportunity for everyone to step up’
In the wake of publicised melatonin poisonings, a clinical and regulatory director says a few key questions can help pharmacists stay within the flags Compounders are reportedly receiving calls for …
GPs demand decision reversal on women’s health trial
The national health minister’s announcement at last week’s APP has attracted praise from within the profession and dissent from medical groups Plans to allow qualified pharmacists to prescribe oral contraceptives …
Meds shortages could compromise scope: Ruston
The Coalition’s health spokeswoman weighed in on how the Middle East war and our trading relationships could affect future supply The shadow health minister says medicines shortages could undermine scope …
Why patients would and wouldn’t recommend their pharmacist
A snapshot of patients’ feelings about their pharmacists has revealed the top reasons they would tell others to visit their pharmacy – and the reasons why they may not Rapport …