A new merger
StrongRoom AI acquires EasyDose program, with a strong focus on reducing adverse events and making medication supply safer StrongRoom AI will acquire EasyDose under a new a definitive merger agreement, …
Pharmacist low wage on the agenda
Today is the “National Advocacy Day of Action”, with the profession urged to call on political leaders to address unfair and inequitable pay discrepancies for pharmacists The PSA is holding …
‘Extremely honoured’: Pharmacist director’s hard work commended
Aussie Discount Chemist Group and TWCM Cumberland Park Pharmacy recognised with SA Governor’s Multicultural Award for vaccine program, diversity approach Aussie Discount Chemist Group and TerryWhite Chemmart Cumberland Park Pharmacy …
Pharmacists investigated over Facebook posts
Caution urged over social media posts after pharmacists investigated for posting photos about patients, colleagues Leading professional indemnity insurer PDL is warning the profession about “areas of caution” when it …
‘Listening to these patients, and not dismissing or ignoring their complaints is so important.’
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month… here’s what pharmacists can do to support patients living with the condition Endometriosis is a chronic disease associated with severe, life-impacting symptoms. It affects roughly …
‘New kids on the block’ pose fresh risks
Leading addiction specialist warns about emerging misuse of non-opioid prescription drugs including quetiapine, gabapentinoids and ADHD medicine There are some “golden oldies” that are familiar when it comes to pharmaceutical …
‘A real success’: RAT program extended
Pharmacies thanked as concessional Rapid Antigen Test program and national COVID-19 response extended under government ‘winter preparedness’ measures The Commonwealth will extend the concessional Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) program until …
Multiple issues put patients at risk of serious harm: Council
Pharmacy council pulls up compounders on risk assessments, with recent matters involving phentermine and clonidine The Pharmacy Council of NSW has warned of recent issues related to pharmacists and compounding. …
Pharmacist-led list launches in hospital pharmacy
First hospital in Australia implements Pharmacist Shared Medicines List—a clinical document that includes detailed information about all prescription and non-prescription medicines The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne …
Pharmacist takes home Woman of the Year awards
NSW pharmacist Anna Barwick has been recognised for her pioneering work in telepharmacy, rural health and women’s health Pharmacist Anna Barwick was presented with the NSW Premier’s Award for Woman …
Pharmacy celebrates International Women’s Day
Pharmacists from across the profession gathered together to recognise the achievements and contribution of women Tuesday was International Women’s Day (IWD) and this year’s theme was “Break the bias”. “Whether …
Happy International Women’s Day
Is there room for more opportunity for women in pharmacy? AJP spoke with leaders from across the profession Today is International Women’s Day (IWD), a day to celebrate the achievements …