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Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination: an update
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine schedule became a one-dose schedule in February 2023, with catch-up as a single dose extended to all Australians aged 25 and younger under the National …
Management of gout: the role of the pharmacist
Through patient education and lifestyle advice, pharmacists can help patients improve adherence to pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, thus decreasing the overall disease burden associated with gout. By Kayla Lee, BPharmSci, …
Flourish in pharmacy: practical pathways to better teamwork, Part 2
Wherever we practise pharmacy, we all work as part of a team to look after our patients. Good teamwork in pharmacy and healthcare enhances patient care and increases job satisfaction. …
Complementary medicine for pain management
Pharmacists are ideally placed to support patient care by advising customers about the evidence, appropriate use and safety of complementary medicines for pain and inflammation. By Liesl Blott BPharm, BHSc …
Influenza in older adults and higher-immunogenicity influenza vaccines
As trusted healthcare professionals, pharmacists are well-placed to provide education and improve health literacy around influenza vaccination, ensuring each patient receives specific and personalised advice and is comfortable with their …
A change in the mental health narrative: what is the Power Threat Meaning Framework?
The Power Threat Meaning Framework provides a means of incorporating lived experiences and the effect of these experiences on mental health. An awareness of this framework will allow pharmacists to …
Incontinence in older people
Incontinence affects one in four adult Australians. Pharmacists are essential members of the multidisciplinary team for ongoing management of older patients with incontinence. By Dr Jenny Gowan PhD, Grad Dip …
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: addressing the myths
Understanding the real impacts of pregnancy sickness can help pharmacists better advise on the safe and effective use of medicines and other treatments, assess severity of symptoms and refer when …
The A, D, E, K of vitamin deficiencies
Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat-soluble vitamins. Knowledge of their physiological function provides a better understanding of the effects and risk factors for deficiency when considering which vitamin …
Facial pain
Facial pain is a common and often debilitating condition. This article explores some common types and causes of facial pain. It also discusses various treatments including appropriate use of medicines …
Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction
Pharmacists have a key role in identifying persons who may be experiencing exercise-induced bronchoconstriction. By Karalyn Huxhagen BPharm, FPS, AACPA, community pharmacist and accredited consultant pharmacist Learning Objectives After completing …
COPD and CVD comorbidity
Optimal management of COPD should include identification and management of comorbidities. As COPD has a high rate of comorbidity with cardiovascular disease, patients with COPD may benefit from cardioprotective medications …