A new year: advice on back to school ailments
While the new school year brings a sigh of relief for many parents and carers, for some it’s the beginning of back-to-school illnesses Children are susceptible to many common ailments …
Advocating for oral health
Pharmacists have a vital role in identifying and raising awareness of drug-induced oral disorders, but are they doing enough? Poor oral health can significantly impact our physical and psychological wellbeing …
Reaching new heights
How do you make your pharmacy a destination for travel health advice? Part two of our series In part one of our look at travel health in pharmacy we covered …
Flying high: looking at travel health
What role does your pharmacy play in travel health and is there the potential to increase your services in this area? Australians love to travel, with pre-pandemic statistics showing a …
Boning up on fall prevention
Greater awareness of the risk factors for osteoporosis may help encourage early intervention and reduce fracture rates Despite continued focus and advocacy to raise awareness and reduce the impact of …
Seeing clearly: managing the rise in eye health issues
Research is showing that eye health issues are increasing at concerning levels, and excessive screen time is leading to a marked rise in dry eye. But are these patients seeking …
Arthritis: raising awareness and managing myths
The number of Australians living with arthritis continues to grow, while medication myths and knowledge gaps can delay diagnosis and hinder treatment One in seven Australians live with arthritis. This …
Ouch, that hurts: assessing and managing children’s pain
A considered approach to children’s pain assessment and treatment can help ensure best-practice management in community pharmacy Studies show that, compared with adults, paediatric pain is frequently under-recognised and under-treated. …
Winter ills
While cough and cold medicines can be selected off the shelf, a key mistake customers make is believing they are safe in all circumstances The cold is the most widespread …
Become a sleep champion
There’s growing awareness of the scale of sleeping issues and the links with a range of health issues. So how can pharmacists position themselves as a source of advice and …
Making inroads in mental health awareness
Whether it’s simply asking, “Are you ok?”, making a referral, or optimising therapy, pharmacists can be the custodians of their patients’ mental wellbeing According to the National Health Survey, one …
Managing childhood maladies
Educate and advise: pharmacy’s front line role as the first line for parents’ seeking advice on children’s minor ailments It’s not surprising that the common cold is one of the …