Vaccination expanded for Canberra pharmacists
Canberrans may now receive the whooping cough vaccine from their local pharmacist without a prescription Under new changes to the ACT vaccination standards, pharmacists can now be trained to administer …
Pharmacy Review Interim Report imminent
Initially due in March this year, the Interim Report for the King Review may be possibly released this week, says Pharmacy Guild The Pharmacy Guild has also re-stated its position …
Pharmacy under more pressure from Amazon
The global online giant’s acquisition of the Whole Foods Market brand may help provide retail footprint, says expert On Friday Amazon announced its intention to acquire Whole Foods Market, a supermarket …
New course on chronic disease
University of Sydney has launched a free online course about easing the burden of obesity, diabetes, cancer and CVD The University’s Charles Perkins Centre has this week released a new …
Risky business
Herbal preparations can be problematic for a variety of reasons – but what role should pharmacists play? Use of herbal medicines is increasing in Western countries despite the potential risks, …
Forum: I’m a doctor, but don’t have my script pad
“I often work in holiday locations as a locum and am approached by customers who claim to be a doctor on holidays, usually working in a public hospital, and wanting …
Forum: 28-day vs 30-day pack sizes… WHY?
“Over the last few week, I have had more than a few patients ask me why some medication comes in a 30-day pack e.g. Atacand & Crestor, but others they …
Guild reassures owners on 6CPA funding
Allocations for $600m for pharmacy programs to be finalised within next two weeks Pharmacy Guild National President George Tambassis has reassured members that work is underway regarding the allocation of …
Staff Spotlight: Aaron D’Souza
AJP chats with the multi-talented pharmacist and General Manager behind pharmacy.com.au 1. How did you go from pharmacy graduate to GM of a major online brand in the pharmacy space? The …
Pharmacy recognised in sustainability awards
A Sydney pharmacy has achieved Runner Up in the local Better Business Awards for its “green” initiatives Nick Logan Pharmacist Advice in Artarmon, NSW, has placed Runner Up in the …
Forum: Agreeing to allow someone to come back and pay later
“Ever had a patient wanting to get enough until payday and then never returns for the balance or to pay?” Post a comment. Other current topics in the AJP Discussion …
Twitter roundup: June edition
Can you say it in 140 characters or less? These 20 top tweets range from informative and insightful to plain hilarious An old lady came into the pharmacy today and asked …