CPD Activities


Scope of practice refers to the boundaries within which a health professional may practice. Each individual will have their own specific scope—reflecting their skills, knowledge, authority and accountability. PDL professional …

Too often pharmacists focus only on the medicines for Parkinson’s disease but there are many complex issues which must be considered when counselling patients and their carers. By Dr Louis …

This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of atopic dermatitis (AD) management, highlighting the importance of early intervention and continued preventative measures. By Caitlin Hardman BPharm, GradCertHPE, FANZCAP (Education …

Psychedelics are known to elicit altered states of consciousness, but can they provide therapeutic benefit? By Dr Martin Williams, Executive Director of Psychedelic Research and Science and Medicine (Prism Limited), …

Pharmacists may be the first contact point for patients experiencing symptoms of chronic spontaneous urticaria. This article aims to provide an overview of the condition and management options, with a …

Normalising the process of healthcare mistakes and acknowledging that it may feel uncomfortable and hard, is a way in which a pharmacist can take back control of the situation. By …

Falls are the most common cause of hospitalisation and death due to injury among Australians aged 65 years and older. By Dr Jenny Gowan AM, PhD, Grad Dip Comm Pharm, …

This article focuses on the pathophysiology, impact, and management of acne, with a particular emphasis on the use of adapalene, a topical retinoid. It outlines the benefits of adapalene over …

A guide to what pharmacists need to know about the composition, use, safety profile and efficacy of oral contraceptives. By Professor Rod Baber AM, BPharm, MBBS, FRCOG, FRANZCOG Learning Objectives …

Cystitis is the most common type of urinary tract infection (UTI), particularly in women. This article will discuss cystitis and recurrent urinary tract infections, their pathophysiology, and best practice management …

With medication having limited benefits on the progress and treatment of dementia, there is rising interest in non-pharmacologic treatment options. This article examines one option: reminiscence therapy. By John Wilks …

As pharmacy’s vaccine role continues to expand, and as ambivalence about vaccination grows, pharmacists are increasingly confronting the problem of vaccine hesitancy. This article examines what drives this hesitancy and …