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Lockdown linked to rise in gestational diabetes
Melbourne lockdowns see gestational diabetes cases rise, while experts warn women are missing out on funded-education and support. COVID lockdowns could be behind an increase seen in the rate of …
100 years since the discovery of insulin: the roadmap to our next big breakthrough
It’s an exciting time for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research with several big breakthroughs poised to make a significant impact on the lives of people with the disease, writes Dr …
Diabetes Updates
‘Cholesterol complacency’ call to action For the first time in nearly a decade, new data highlights the potential extent of the cholesterol problem among high-risk patents costing the economy $1.5 …
Diabetes dynamos
Better pay and referral pathways—along with improved education and training—are desperately needed to help tackle diabetes, say award winning credentialled diabetes educators, consultant pharmacist Kirrily Chambers and registered nurse Jayne …
Diabetes study offers glimmer of hope
New research1 reveals new type 2 diabetes cases falling or stable—offering hope for Australian screening and prevention efforts. The annual rates of new cases of adults diagnosed with type 2 …
Respiratory Tract Infections
Pharmacy is often the first stop for patients with suspected respiratory tract infections; presenting an opportunity to provide antibiotic stewardship and self-care advice Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are highly prevalent …
Brushing up on oral health
Tooth decay, oral cancer and gum disease are among the many oral health problems that can be prevented by pharmacists In 2018, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and Australian Health …
Pharmacy’s Rising Stars
We reveal our readers’ selections as the 2021 Rising Stars of Pharmacy Our readers have spoken! We asked our readers to nominate a pharmacist or pharmacists who, regardless of age, …
Reacting to allergy symptoms
Australia has been touted as the ‘world’s allergy capital’ due to its high rates of allergies and anaphylaxis, and healthcare professionals say the number of cases continues to rise Allergies …
Probiotics: does the hype exceed the evidence?
Despite the growing interest in probiotics, what does the evidence tell us and what advice should pharmacists be giving their customers? It seems that rising awareness of the link between …
Transgender healthcare: This is our role
Community pharmacists have an opportunity to address the healthcare disparities experienced by transgender and gender diverse patients, say Swapna Chaudhary and colleagues Despite the unique healthcare needs of transdgender patients, …
A flu season with a difference
What impact is the COVID-19 vaccine rollout having on the uptake of the flu shot and how can pharmacists promote the importance of the influenza vaccine? According to the Australian …