Adam Spencer presents: The numbers 1 to 100
Ever wondered whether Usain Bolt could beat an ostrich over a 100-metre sprint? Or what is the most popular coloured M&M? Comedian, media personality and mathematics genius, Adam Spencer can …
Meet the finalists: Capital Chemist Wanniassa
We meet the finalists in the Guild Pharmacy of the Year competition, starting with Canberra’s Capital Chemist Wanniassa Building on their own experiences in the community has helped to reinforce …
Poll: Do you recommend Vitamin D supplements?
Do you recommend Vitamin D supplements to patients? Last week, AJP took a look at the issue of Vitamin D supplements and the case for and against them. This month …
The week in review
We take a look at the last week in pharmacy There was big news for six community pharmacies around the country this week, as the Pharmacy Guild announced its finalists …
Chemist Warehouse underpayments ‘disturbing,’ says Guild
The scale of the alleged underpayment of staff by Chemist Warehouse is “disturbing” says the Pharmacy Guild. The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced today that Chemist Warehouse has entered a …
Chemist Warehouse back pays $3.5 million, signs Fair Work agreement
After back paying almost 6,000 of its workers more than $3.5 million, Chemist Warehouse has entered a compliance partnership with the Fair Work Ombudsman The discount brand, which includes a …
World news wrapup: 1 December 2016
The latest pharmacy news from around the world Berkshire, UK: UK Prime Minister Theresa May’s local pharmacy is likely to lose up to £20,000 a year under the UK’s proposed …
Agreement risk share ‘cuts both ways,’ says Quilty
Pharmacies need to be urgently reimbursed funds resulting from the 6.5 million shortfall in prescription volumes over 2015-16, says Guild executive director David Quilty. In this week’s edition of Forefront, …
Younger smokers have eight times higher heart risk
Smokers under the age of 50 are more than eight times as likely as non-smokers to have a major heart attack, new research shows. This makes them the most vulnerable …
Decembeard to raise bowel cancer awareness
Pharmacists are being encouraged to continue their role in increasing awareness about bowel cancer this December by getting involved in Decembeard. The Bowel Cancer Australia fundraiser is designed to get …
Aussies warned on ticks
Experts are warning Australians about tick-borne illnesses in summer as people head outdoors to enjoy the warmer months. People planning overseas travel are also encouraged to be cautious during hikes …
Ley reaffirms July 1 date for Health Care Homes trial
The Health Care Homes voluntary trial has been scheduled for mid-2017 — too soon for United General Practice Australia, the group says. Minister for Health and Aged Care Sussan Ley …