Seeing ways to support eye health
Awareness, early detection and regular eye checks are crucial to preserving vision and eye health Around one in seven Australians over the age of 50 years has signs of age-related …
Vitamins, minerals and supplements: filling the gaps
The vitamins and supplements market is booming. Yet, while finding your niche may seem like a huge challenge, pharmacists Jessica Jones and Karen Brown show that it is possible to …
Take a moment for menopause
Pharmacists can offer knowledge, education and support to empower women and improve their quality of life through menopause and beyond, writes Leanne Philpott Key points The average age of menopause …
Children’s asthma: the risk when returning to school
The return to school should be an exciting time for students, but it can also mean a higher risk of asthma flare-ups, writes Leanne Philpott Key points: Around 8% of …
Heartburn and PPIs: the GORD and bad
Despite the accessibility of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), they are not a silver bullet. Pharmacists are well placed to monitor and manage PPI use and educate on lifestyle changes that …
Going overseas: have your customers considered their travel health needs?
Whether it’s in the form of a travel-health consultation or impromptu advice, pharmacists can assist in the prevention and treatment of travel-related illness and infection, writes Leanne Philpott KEY POINTS: …
Make your pharmacy a sun smart destination
From managing dry skin and offering sunscreen advice to educating about the risk of dehydration, pharmacists are in an ideal position to encourage effective skin protection and adequate hydration. By …
A joint effort: raising awareness of bone and joint health
People often ‘put up with’ bone and joint pain and swelling. By raising awareness of the symptoms and risk factors, pharmacists can encourage earlier diagnosis and treatment, writes Leanne Philpott …
Why is dementia different for women?
Dementia is devastating for all those whose lives it touches. But it may surprise you to learn that its impact is hitting women particularly hard, writes Leanne Philpott Key points: …
Helping people with diabetes to live well
With an expanding number of medications and new technologies, pharmacists play a vital role in supporting patients with diabetes, says Leanne Philpott Around 1.5 million Australians are living with diabetes. …
Conquering the chill: solutions for winter skin
Low humidity, indoor heating, and hot showers can contribute to dry skin and exacerbate pre-existing skin conditions. Pharmacists can be at the ready to assist customers in preventing and managing …
Men’s health: time to raise the bar
Contrary to popular belief, men do care about their health. Leanne Philpott talks to Men’s Health Downunder pharmacists Neil Cullen and Brad Butt to explore a few common male health …