Recognised for contribution to meds management
Queensland pharmacist Dr Danielle Stowasser has been honoured with the prestigious Fred J Boyd Award 2017 Dr Danielle Stowasser was recognised by her peers at at the 43rd SHPA National …
New beginnings for pharmacy
Advancing practice credentialling, mentoring program launched at Medicines Management Conference 2017 As delegates gathered in Sydney’s Darling Harbour on Friday morning for the start of SHPA’s Medicines Management Conference 2017, …
FluMist Quadrivalent gains tentative approval
TGA approves registration of nasal spray which it says could boost uptake of influenza vaccine While AstraZeneca’s FluMist Quadrivalent influenza virus vaccine nasal spray applicator has been registered on the …
Last call for penalty rates quashed
Pollies have called on the government to abandon cuts to penalty rates in an amendment that was lost in Parliament by 5 votes The debate over cuts to penalty rates …
“Safe pharmacy practice does not require a registered pharmacist to own a pharmacy”
Ramsay is on track to acquire 55 retail pharmacies by year’s end, having overcome some—but not all—regulatory hurdles Following an exchange of contracts in August, Ramsay Health Care has this week …
A new addition
Malouf Pharmacies Group has announced it will be joining the Ramsay Health Care pharmacy franchise network Ramsay Health Care and Malouf Group have announced that Malouf Pharmacies will be added …
Fact Check: Do unemployed Aussies use more illicit drugs?
The Federal Government is at odds with health groups, community organisations and the Opposition, when it comes to claims about unemployed Australians and drug use From the beginning of 2018, …
Get the lowdown on My Health Record
How long will it take to use, when should it be used, and why? With the system rolled out across more software platforms, AJP provides a go-to guide on what …
Reminder of new franchisor liability provisions
Franchisors should prepare for increased protections for vulnerable workers and doubling of maximum penalties for record-keeping breaches Under recent amendments to workplace laws, some franchisors can be held responsible if …
Pharmacists up to no good?
What is the worst thing you have seen a tech or pharmacist do in a pharmacy? People share their stories A new series called Vials, which kicks off on US …
Outstanding Queensland pharmacists recognised
Honours including the prestigious PSA Gold Medal go to well-known pharmacists Leading Queensland pharmacists have been honoured at the annual PSA QLD Branch President’s Reception and Awards Evening, which was held …
“Savings through pharmacists’ dispensing”
The government’s agreement with the Guild has allowed reinvestment in the medicines sector, says Health Minister Greg Hunt Guaranteeing the MBS and the PBS is the first “pillar” of the …