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Choosing the correct treatment path
Allergic rhinitis is one of the most common presentations in a pharmacy, and statistics show its prevalence is growing. Unfortunately, there is substantial evidence that it is not being correctly …
Soothing the smallest patients: helping parents and caregivers navigate children’s pain
Providing dosing advice, calm reassurance, and trusted guidance, pharmacists are vital allies in managing children’s pain safely and effectively From teething toddlers to tumbles that turn into an “ouch”, pain …
Leading the way: professional services
Two pharmacy owners. Two case studies. We look at how Swarup Afsar and Kristina Fox are implementing professional services and changing the face of pharmacy. By Sheshtyn Paola SWARUP AFSAR, …
Making headway: tackling tension headaches
From screening for red flags and identifying medication overuse to advising on lifestyle strategies, pharmacists can support those suffering from tension headaches According to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) …
Vietnam: the rising star of Southeast Asia
Delegates assembled in the historic trading port of Hoi An in central Vietnam for the opening of the 49th PSA Offshore Refresher Conference in May, writes David Weston With its …
ACOP: Looking back on one year
On the 12-month anniversary of the Aged Care On-site Pharmacist measure, Michael Bonner and Prof Mark Naunton reflect on the highs and lows of the past year In the 2024-25 …
Keeping up with inflation: pharmacy award rates are rising
The Fair Work Commission has recently delivered a double pay rise for the lowest paid pharmacists, but not everyone is happy with the decision, and further battles lie ahead, writes …
From clean beauty to compounding: setting pharmacy skincare apart
Convenience, product choice and advice are key drivers of pharmacy skincare. But what challenges, opportunities and trends may shape its future? Leanne Philpott investigates In 2024, the Australian skincare market …
An act of service
This Australia-first, award-winning pharmacy service is supporting men during vulnerable times in their life—particularly with issues often considered “taboo” Founder and lead pharmacist of Men’s Health Downunder, Brad Butt, set …
Confidence hits new high after 60-day slump
Less than two years after the community pharmacy sector was rocked by the introduction of double dispensing, confidence is higher than ever, writes Nick O’Donoghue Increased funding secured through the …
Dealing with a vaccination crisis
Amid falling vaccination rates, warnings of a dire flu season are raising serious concerns, with pharmacists set to play a crucial role in tackling the predicted crisis. Chris Brooker reports …
Stigma, misinformation and ‘a slap in the face’:ADHD in pharmacy
Pharmacists have a key role to play in helping their neurodiverse patients—but when it comes to patients with ADHD, barriers and roadblocks abound. Megan Haggan reports In December 2024, the …