State takes first step to address ‘unjust wages’
In a move welcomed by pharmacists, the NSW Government has reached an agreement to increase wages and benefits for more than 50,000 health workers The agreement, with the Health Services …
Counterfeit ivermectin
The general public has again been reminded that ivermectin is prescription-only and should not be independently imported from overseas The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued a third warning pointing out …
The week in review
Business news, scam warnings and a look at Ahpra notifications… it’s been a busy and varied week in pharmacy This week we heard from Queensland’s Office of the Health Ombudsman …
‘Rough on rats’ killer sentenced
It’s October 1894, and the AJP reports on a Victorian serial killer – and the pharmacist who gave evidence against her “The trial of the wholesale poisoner, Martha Needle, for …
Inappropriate dispensing ‘permitted, if not condoned’ at pharmacy
A tribunal has heard that a pharmacy owner began self-medicating with unprescribed testosterone, stressed after losing nursing home business and his partner becoming unwell The man owned and operated a …
‘This is a really exciting time to be a consultant pharmacist’
PSA introduces community of practice for consultant pharmacists The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has established the Consultant Pharmacist Community of Specialty Interest (CSI), taking the reins from the Interdisciplinary team-based care CSI …
World news wrapup: 24 October 2024
Meds run out in besieged Gaza; English pharmacists face abuse; Californian pharmacy workers go on strike Gaza: In a blog post outlining the current state of the health system in …
The students less likely to experience burnout
New research from university healthcare educators has looked at resilience in two different student groups – and spotlighted how differently they cope with stress Led by Monash University educators, the …
New minister to bring ‘fresh new perspectives to patient care’
Tasmania’s government ministry now includes a brand-new health minister, in a move welcomed by pharmacists Tasmanian premier Jeremy Rockliff announced that registered nurse Jacquie Petrusma will become the Minister for …
Leading pharmacists lauded
Five outstanding pharmacists have been recognised for their commitment to excellence in pharmacy practice The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has presented its 2024 Queensland Excellence Awards in Brisbane, with the …
Allergies getting worse, say patients
A new study has taken a deep dive into how people with allergies keep their homes allergen-free (or not) – but also shines a light on their anxiety New consumer …
The week in review
The pharmacist workforce shortage (especially in hospitals), legislation on interstate scripts and the cap on HMRs all came under the spotlight this week In Tasmania, health minister Guy Barnett announced …