Obesity ages brain faster
Another reason to lose weight: being obese can increase age of the brain by 10 years Researchers from the University of Cambridge and Yale University examined the intracranial volume, cerebral …
“Hydration clinics” pharmacist faces court over $80,000 theft
A suspended Melbourne pharmacist has faced court over allegations she stole drugs from a pharmacy last year Sara Shadi Kazeme, who is the director of the controversial iv.me hydration clinics, …
Calling for help: Part 1
We take a look at a couple real-life stories of pharmacists who have experienced workplace pressures, customer abuse and more Just like in every workplace, pharmacists can deal with the …
AMA head calls 63-year-old giving birth “madness”
No amount of antioxidant supplements or kale smoothies can arrest the inevitability of ageing, he says AMA president Dr Michael Gannon has said a woman’s decision to use IVF to …
Health Care Homes should be for all, says report
Top health organisations say the HCH model should encompass all Australians, not just those with chronic health conditions A newly released report has outlined the new concept of ‘Patient-Centred Health Care …
Pharmacists’ role in oral health
Australia’s first study into pharmacists’ role in oral healthcare has found they are consulted often, but need more training A study by researchers from the University of Queensland’s schools of pharmacy, …
PSA16 conference gallery
A selection of photos from the event held at Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Sydney’s Darling Harbour, 29-31 July 2016.
Should pharmacists be allowed to prescribe?
The industry is split down the middle when it comes to pharmacists taking on the role of prescriber Professor Lisa Nissen brought up the topic of pharmacist prescribing at this …
My Health Record hits 4 million subscribers
The number of registered people equals 17% of all Australians, says Health Minister Sussan Ley Ley says following the re-launch of the My Health Record in February, there has been …
Maximising vaccination in the pharmacy space
Pharmacists are not “cannibalising” doctor’s provision of vaccine service, say QPIP trial leader Professor Lisa Nissen Prof Nissen presented evidence at the PSA conference on Saturday 30 July regarding the …
Is there a pharmacy wage crisis?
PSA16’s panel discussion on improving pharmacists’ remuneration acknowledged widespread concerns in the industry Employees are worried about pharmacist wages, said PSA CEO Dr Lance Emerson in opening the panel discussion …
PSA16 conference finishes on a high
Around 900 delegates attended the conference this year – about one hundred more than last year, according to the PSA The event wrapped up this afternoon (Sunday 31 July) after being held …