‘You must know the regulation’
Pharmacists looking to provide medicinal cannabis need to be on top of all aspects of regulation, Pharmacy Council of NSW president says Pharmacy owners are being advised to be fully …
Paracetamol safe for use in pregnancy: TGA
TGA backs paracetamol safety after US president Donald Trump links use during pregnancy to autism “Paracetamol remains the recommended option for pain or fever in pregnant women when used as …
Board flags concerns over medicinal cannabis supply
Pharmacists urged to prioritise patient safety over profits when supplying medicinal cannabis “Poor practice in prescribing and supply of medicinal cannabis” is leading to “significant patient harm”, the Pharmacy Board …
TGA takes action on cannabis ads
Online healthcare platform pays fines of $118,800 over alleged unlawful promotion of medicinal cannabis Healthcare business, Dispended Pty Ltd, has paid six infringement notices issued by the Therapeutic Goods Administration …
Children’s pain ‘real, complex and often invisible’
Pharmacists crucial to addressing chronic pain in children, expert says Community pharmacists have key role in ensuring children suffering with chronic pain can access care, according to Chronic Pain Australia …
Pharmacy spending drives growth in healthcare
Consumer spending on healthcare is continuing to rise despite falls in certain specialty areas Data from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s Household Spending Insights (HSI) report for August 2025, shows …
‘Shortcuts in healthcare can be dangerous’
GP warns proposed endorsement for pharmacist prescribers “overlooks the risks of misdiagnosis… and fragmented care” The Pharmacy Board of Australia’s decision to start a process to establish an endorsement for scheduled medicines …
Pharmacists cop rego fee hike
Registration fees for pharmacists are on the rise, with Ahpra announcing a 2.98% increase for the 2025/26 year The Pharmacy Board of Australia has announced a $14 increase to its …
‘And we wonder why there is a pharmacist shortage’
Median salaries for new pharmacists are on the rise, but union warns intern rates need to rise to attract and retain talent Pharmacy graduates’ salaries continue to lag behind …
Board’s endorsement plan ‘a milestone’ for prescribing
Moves to establish an endorsement for scheduled medicines for pharmacists set to strengthen safe prescribing, the APC’s chief says The Pharmacy Board of Australia’s decision to start a process to establish …
Transitions of care stewardship framework welcomed
Landmark framework to improve medication management during transitions of care The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care’s (ACSQHC’s) Medication Management at Transitions of Care Stewardship Framework needs …
Board takes ‘pivotal step’ for pharmacist prescribing
Moves to develop an endorsement framework for scheduled medicines for pharmacists has “the potential to unlock consistent, safe and accessible care,” Guild leader says Work is underway to develop an …