Pharmacist’s ‘brazen’ $2m PBS fraud
A pharmacist blamed his false declaration partly on being “distracted” by his looming five-year jail term for making nearly $2 million worth of fake PBS claims The Queensland Civil and …
More patients choosing pharmacy for flu jab: Owen
Queenslanders were continuing to choose community pharmacies when it comes to accessing influenza vaccines, says one leading pharmacist Pharmacy Guild of Australia Queensland branch president, Chris Owen, has said in …
‘Already we are seeing dozens and dozens and dozens of vape shops closing’
The TGA and Queensland Health have seized more than 10,000 nicotine pouches and hundreds of illicit vaping goods, as health minister promotes change to doctors The Therapeutic Goods Administration has …
TWC raises more than $400k for ovarian cancer
The TWC network has raised funds and awareness for its main charity partner For nearly 20 years, the TerryWhite Chemmart network has been dedicated to raising funds and awareness in …
‘It is with this support that we can provide the best care’
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and the Pharmacists’ Support Service have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding The move was announced during PSA’s National Conference PSA24 in Sydney. PSA National President …
Fellowships presented
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has presented 26 PSA Fellowships over the weekend at PSA24 The fellowships are in recognition of the significant contributions of members to both the profession …
Outstanding intern recognised
The PSA has named Bowen-based pharmacist James Oh as the 2024 PSA MIMS Intern Pharmacist of the Year The award was announced at PSA24’s opening plenary on Saturday (3 August …
The week in review
Pharmacists headed to Sydney this week to hear about the future of the profession and recognise some of its best, as PSA holds its annual conference At the opening session, …
Advertising warning
The TGA has reminded businesses and media outlets that it is unlawful to publicly advertise prescription-only medicines, including weight loss treatments “Advertising of prescription-only medicines directly to consumers undermines individual …
PSA lauds its best
PSA has named the top pharmacists for 2024 at its national conference, recognising outstanding members of the profession in its Excellence Awards Dr Amy Page has been named Pharmacist of …
‘Grim’ aged care vaccination rates revealed
In eight Western Australian aged care homes, only one in 10 residents have been vaccinated for Covid in the past year, expert warns A new report by the Grattan Institute …
Female pharmacy leadership representation up: study
Researchers have examined the gender balance in Australian pharmacy organisations – noting that to date there has been a “notable lack of female representation in these organisations’ leadership roles” This …