‘We know how difficult this situation has been.’
The shortage of abatacept (Orencia) subcutaneous presentations has now been resolved… but pharmacists are being advised to help prevent stockpiling Bristol-Myers Squibb Australia has announced that the shortage is over, …
The week in review
A pay rise for pharmacists relying on the award, more talk of abuse against pharmacists and a brand new leader for the PSA all made news this week The battle …
The focus of inspections
The Victorian Pharmacy Authority has told pharmacy owners what they will be looking for in upcoming inspections In its latest circular, the VPA has reminded proprietors that the Victorian Pharmacy …
Cost-of-living changes ‘genuine wins’ for patients
The PBS safety net is set to reduce shortly, providing relief for patients as the cost of living skyrockets The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme’s publications team has issued a reminder that …
Why pharmacists are leaving the profession
One pharmacist has spoken out in the mainstream media about the abuse received by members of the profession – and how he’s trying to cover the shortfall WholeLife Pharmacy and …
Mandatory pharmacy discharge review suggested
A pre-discharge pharmacy review could have led to a different outcome for a man who died of haemorrhagic stroke, a coroner’s court has heard Deputy State Coroner Jacqui Hawkins made …
Stoush over UTI trial ethics
The Pharmacy Guild has again exchanged fire over the controversial Queensland UTI trial, saying the AMA is making up claims Pharmacy Guild Queensland branch president Chris Owen has described a …
New head for the PSA
The PSA has elected a new national president – the first woman to lead the organisation The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s National Board met on Thursday and unanimously elected WA …
World news wrapup: 16 June 2022
Growing violence against UK pharmacists has them worried; “kick in the guts” for Kiwi independents as big discounters move in; US pharmacist founds “Uber Eats” of vaccination UK: Violence against …
Pay rise still a ‘real decline’ in pharmacist wage
Pharmacists are still missing out when it comes to pay and conditions, says one stakeholder, despite the Fair Work decision The Fair Work Commission has cited the “sharp rise” in …
Pharmacist to be sentenced for DV and arson
Two attempted murder charges against a pharmacist have been dropped, while he pleaded guilty to setting fire to his partner’s home In May 2021, Curtis Shea Mickan was arrested and …
The week in review
We looked at several interesting studies this week, as flu jabs (and incident reports) grow Researchers from the University of Western Australia and Curtin University looked at the support available …