‘Unequivocal support’ for pharmacist ownership
In an inquiry submission, the PSA objects to deregulation and calls on the Qld government to “carefully consider” international evidence on the subject The Queensland government is currently holding an …
Looking back on PSA18
Here’s our roundup of the most memorable tweets and pics from the conference @ShaneJacks “pharmacists must be embedded wherever there are medicines” #PSA18SYD pic.twitter.com/mKhuK06Ubd — Chris Campbell (@Chris_Camp6ell) July …
Running a heart-friendly pharmacy
As roles for community pharmacists continue to expand, helping patients to maintain their cardiovascular health is more important than ever, writes Sheshtyn Paola Back in mid-2005, pharmacy researchers reached out …
A ‘toxic’ workplace?
After clashing with a pharmacist colleague, this pharmacy assistant’s unfair dismissal case against her employer of more than 14 years fell down in the face of an investigation A WA …
New guidelines for the management of heart failure and AF
Researchers have welcomed recommendations for use of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with type 2 diabetes, CVD risk, and insufficient glycaemic control despite metformin The National Heart Foundation of Australia and …
‘We have waited far too long for this to occur.’
New studies reveal the value of pharmacists in general practice, and dispel the “baseless fear mongering” surrounding the model of practice, say researchers Recent research demonstrates high levels of interaction …
Concealing the evidence
A locum pharmacist has been found guilty of professional misconduct for misappropriating morphine and codeine, and making false records to conceal the thefts A pharmacist working at a NSW hospital …
Call for outcome-based funding
Funding for community pharmacy should not just be based on activity but on outcomes or bundled services for chronic care, says Guild leader The future that the Guild envisages for …
Who was the 2018 Pharmacy Student of the Year?
ACT student Ben Coghlan has won both the 2018 PSOTY Award and the People’s Choice Award, announced at the PSA18 Gala Dinner in Sydney Ben Coghlan, from the ACT, scored …
Rising stars recognised
Deanna Mill and Angelica Lagoda have been jointly recognised as Intern Pharmacist of the Year at PSA18 conference Deanna Mill, from SA Pharmacy, and Angelica Lagoda, from LiveLife Pharmacy Yeppoon …
‘You deserve to be paid a fair day’s pay for your expertise’
Urgent change is needed across the profession, says Dr Shane Jackson, with remuneration the “biggest issue” PSA has revised its 10-year plan, releasing a new Pharmacists in 2023 Discussion Paper …
Reverse the ‘devastating’ cuts to penalty rates: Inquiry
A report has found no evidence the 2017 cuts created new jobs or increased hours for workers, and warns they will result in wage stagnation for the pharmacy industry The …
