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Navigating ‘Management of reflux: a guideline for pharmacists’
This two part podcast introduces the new guideline – ‘Management of reflux: a guideline for pharmacists’. Episode 1 provides a comprehensive overview of the recommendations outlined in the Guideline. The …
Expanding your scope of practice—a risk management perspective
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 …
Parkinsonism and Parkinson’s disease
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 …
Understanding atopic dermatitis: the importance of clinically effective management strategies
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 …
Psychedelic science
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), …
Chronic spontaneous urticaria: an overview
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 …
Holding your head up high: restoring professional confidence after experiencing an incident
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 prevention and management in older persons
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, …
Holistic approach to acne: integrating adapalene in pharmacy care
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 …
Oral contraception: a pharmacist’s guide
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 …
Recurrent UTIs and non-antibiotic treatment options: an update
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 …
Evidence-based non-drug treatments in dementia: reminiscence therapy
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 …