Tough love?
Health practitioners are traditionally reluctant to make mandatory notifications for various reasons, says the Pharmacy Council of NSW Reasons pharmacists may be reluctant to make a notification include fear of …
API: Exclusive supply still a ‘very big issue’
The CEO of one of Australia’s leading pharmaceutical distributors says he wishes a solution had been organised “yesterday” Exclusive supply of medicines is still a “very big issue”, says Richard …
Health data breaches on the rise
A JAMA article has warned that while digital health records have potential to improve clinical care, they could also lead to vast patient harm if not properly secured Researchers from …
CWH to takeover AFL and NRL Grand Finals
Chemist Warehouse has extended its reach, scoring the opportunity to place branded seat cushions filled with products at both the MCG and ANZ Stadium this weekend Chemist Warehouse has announced …
Are Aussies drinking too much?
According to a WHO report, Australians are drinking at levels much higher than the global average and outside low-risk recommendations – especially men and boys The World Health Organization (WHO) …
How Priceline Pharmacy plans to dominate the beauty space
API is competing in the pharmacy retail space by boosting its health and beauty offering, claiming to have Australia’s biggest loyalty program in this area with 7 million members Clever …
Priceline Pharmacy to make its stores ‘dementia-friendly’
The banner group will be training pharmacists, changing physical aspects of the store and designating ‘quiet areas’ to help support people with dementia Priceline Pharmacy is in the process of …
Naloxone report calls for end to ‘onerous’ barriers
A new report from the Penington Institute has called for free take-home naloxone to be available from pharmacies and other sites, as Health Minister announces new product A report released …
Small Pharmacies Group slams Ramsay testimony
Community pharmacists share concerns about Ramsay’s claim it will be able to offer services where it is not economically viable for others to go Earlier this month, Ramsay Pharmacy CEO …
World news wrapup: 20 September 2018
Pharmacist sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to repay $1.1 million for decade-long healthcare fraud scheme; Greek pharmacist shot “mafia-style” in broad daylight Columbus, Ohio, US: A Columbus …
Warning after eye drop death
Health professionals have been advised to exercise extreme caution if considering off-label prescribing and supply of atropine eye drops, following the death of an adult patient The TGA has advised …
Shedding light on the evidence
Pharmacist interventions can achieve clinically relevant improvements for patients, but better quality of evidence is needed in the future, says Cochrane review lead author There is a need for better detailed …