60-day dispensing ‘fight not over’: Ley
Former health minister calls for double dispensing decision to be “reversed” Pharmacists are being urged to get ready for a “very long fight” to force the government to roll back …
Health system needs change for deprescribing
Australia’s healthcare system needs to be reformed to better support deprescribing, expert says Efforts to improve quality use of medicines in Australia are being limited by the current health system, …
Tramadol to join anti-doping list
Pharmacists are being urged to familiarise themselves with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) list of prohibited substances Opioid medication, tramadol, will be added to the international anti-doping prohibited list when …
Cheaper medicines don’t have to cost pharmacy
Efforts to cut medicines costs should not come at the expense of community pharmacies, a new pharmacy owner says Moves to implement 60-day dispensing under the government’s current model will …
Pharmacists plan Canberra demonstration
Community pharmacists from across Australia will march on Parliament House next month as the profession continues its campaign against 60-day dispensing Thousands of pharmacists, pharmacy students, and patients will descend …
Flawed policy will hurt patients
Health Minister is ignoring reports showing the adverse impacts 60-day dispensing will have on patients, Guild leader claims Evidence shows patients will be hit with increased cost as a result …
DAA funding needed for residential aged care: Stevens
Websterpak founder urges government to subsidise dose administration aids (DAAs) for aged care residents Implementing 60-day dispensing without extending funding for the provision of DAAs to patients in residential aged …
State government to top up ORT payments
Community pharmacies in one jurisdiction are set to receive additional payments to deliver Commonwealth Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) funded opioid replacement therapy The Tasmanian government will provide top up payments …
NAPSA adds new roles
NAPSA launches three new chairs for its 2023/24 term The National Australian Pharmacy Students’ Association (NAPSA) is set to bring a fresh focus to education, policy and scholarships, alongside its existing …
Labor lauded for holding firm on 60-day dispensing
National newspaper urges government to reconsider pharmacy ownership rules, as Guild leader warns double dispensing forecasts may be optimistic The government is being urged to call out “the hypocrisy of …
Transitional funding to exclude small rural pharmacies
Pharmacies in some of the most remote parts of Australia will miss out on the government’s 60-day dispensing Regional Pharmacy Transition Allowance (RPTA) Close to 300 community pharmacies in Modified …
SHPA launches deprescribing campaign
Hospital pharmacists are looking to empower patients and their carers to engage with health professionals to optimise their medication regimens The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) in partnership with …