Don’t ignore key pharmacist social role: Peña
Health stakeholders must not lose sight of the important social role played by pharmacists, says Dr Carmen Peña, President of the International Pharmaceutical Federation Dr Peña was speaking at the opening …
Health Destination Pharmacy scoops key award
The Health Destination Pharmacy program has been honoured with a high-profile international award for practice improvement FIP has presented its first awards for best Pharmacy Practice Improvement Program and best …
Profs Aslani and Chen honoured at FIP Congress
Two Australians have been recognised for their services to pharmacy at the opening ceremony of the 76th World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Buenos Aires, Argentina Professor Parisa …
Pharmacist pay: what you said
AJP’s comments boards have been running hot this week, as the issue of employee pharmacist pay came to the fore First, we reported on the Fair Work Commission’s looming decision …
The week in review
We wrap up the last week in pharmacy It’s been a busy week in community pharmacy, dominated by the issue of pharmacist remuneration and whether pharmacists are being paid enough. …
No suspension after self-supplying testosterone
A pharmacist has escaped suspension after supplying testosterone to himself without a prescription Kameel Anton, from Maribyrnong in Victoria, has pled guilty to a charge of professional misconduct after facing disciplinary …
DDS rolls out free diabetes clinics
Pharmacists at Discount Drug Stores are rolling out free clinics in September to help assess risk levels and discuss diabetes, as well as replacing damaged or dated blood glucose monitors …
Elise Apolloni wins Outstanding Community Spirit award
Canberra pharmacist Elise Apolloni has been named the winner of the Outstanding Community Spirit award in the 2016 Canberra Women in Business Awards. Apolloni, from the Capital Chemist Wanniassa, “exemplifies …
Stimulant laxatives refresher course launched
The Guild Pharmacy Academy has announced a clinical refresher for pharmacists on the appropriate use of stimulant laxatives. Constipation can be an embarrassing and painful condition that affects about 15 …
EpiPen price increase unlikely in Australia
Increase of more than 400% in the cost of EpiPen in the US is unlikely to translate to higher prices here, says Allergy and Anaphylaxis Australia president Mylan is under …
Pay needs to go up 30%, plus better recognition
The pharmacists’ union has today welcomed the Pharmacy Guild’s support for a coherent pharmacy workforce strategy. “David Quilty’s recent statement to pharmacy owners outlining concern about low pay is a …
Guild, Alcon and Optometry Australia create eye care course
Pharmacists and eye care professionals have an important role to play in the eye care of all Australians and together they can provide an optimal level of care, advice and …