Racism and discrimination in healthcare ‘likely under-reported’: Ahpra
Instances of racism and discrimination by healthcare professionals is likely to be higher than notification data suggests, regulator says Concerns about racism and discrimination by health practitioners account for 1.5% …
Communities will benefit from expanded scope: Archer
Tasmanian government backs pharmacists to strengthen health system through full scope training Pharmacists from across Tasmania are undertaking a residential training week to upskill to deliver a broader range of …
Prac payments ‘an investment in the future’: AdPha
Expansion of Commonwealth Prac Payments program is “a step towards a stronger health system”, AdPha says Moves to extend financial support to pharmacy students undertaking mandatory unpaid placements will remove …
Students earn Prac Payments access
NAPSA’s “tireless advocacy” secures access to the Commonwealth Prac Payment scheme for pharmacy students Pharmacy students will be able to access federal funding while undertaking mandatory unpaid placements from July …
World news wrapup – 23 July 2026
Pharmacist offered demotion or dismissal after pregnancy reveal; Canada gives green light for generic semaglutide; wholesaler brings pharmacy to cash-and-carry-style supermarket Tullamore, Offaly, Ireland: A community pharmacy is being ordered …
Unapproved peptide pushers will face action: TGA
Regulator flags concern over rise in online promotion and supply of unapproved peptide products Influencers and social media platforms are being warned they will be held accountable for unlawful advertising …
Pharmacist prescribing ‘not simply a matter of convenience’
NSW’s successful scope of practice trials could pave the way for further expansion of pharmacists’ roles within the healthcare system, a doctor-turned-politician believes Authorising “appropriately trained pharmacists” to prescribe under …
‘Each one of us holds the ability to shape the future of pharmacy’
Pharmacists are being urged to step up and lead by their actions, as the profession evolves “The future of pharmacy is not simply defined by new medicines, new technologies, or …
Illicit vapes seized in Darwin raid
Multi-agency operation lands $750,000 haul of illegal vaping and tobacco products Authorities have seized more than 6,000 illicit vaping products, 350,000 cigarettes and 280 kilograms of loose-leaf tobacco, from three …
CGT changes could be trigger for pharmacy sales
Government’s planned capital gains tax reforms set to have “significant implications” for community pharmacy, broker says Proposed changes to capital gains tax (CGT) could be a catalyst for pharmacy owners …
Butler to open PSA26
Health minister to give pharmacists insights into the government’s plans for healthcare at the PSA’s national conference later this month Day one of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s (PSA’s) national …
TGA hits pharmacy with $99k in fines
Pharmacy fined over alleged unlawful importation of unapproved melatonin products The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued five infringement notices totalling $99,000 to Acacia Pharmacy Pty Ltd in relation to …