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A gamechanger for pharmacy
Chemist Warehouse and Sigma Healthcare shareholders are set to vote on a merger that promises to overturn the community pharmacy retail landscape, writes Nick O’Donoghue Australia’s community pharmacy sector is …
Heartburn and PPIs: the GORD and bad
Despite the accessibility of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), they are not a silver bullet. Pharmacists are well placed to monitor and manage PPI use and educate on lifestyle changes that …
Going overseas: have your customers considered their travel health needs?
Whether it’s in the form of a travel-health consultation or impromptu advice, pharmacists can assist in the prevention and treatment of travel-related illness and infection, writes Leanne Philpott KEY POINTS: …
The top 12: Longer reads
Each week we publish a longer form article to allow our readers to explore an important topic in depth. Which issues were our readers most interested in during 2024? These …
Make your pharmacy a sun smart destination
From managing dry skin and offering sunscreen advice to educating about the risk of dehydration, pharmacists are in an ideal position to encourage effective skin protection and adequate hydration. By …
Reflecting on 2024
The past year has seen significant changes for the profession, producing opportunities for reshaping and advancing the role of pharmacists in Australia PDL reflects on 2024 with a snapshot of …
Showing the path forward
We present our readers’ nominations for pharmacy’s advanced practice pioneers When we decided to seek our readers’ views on who they thought had played a significant role in the pioneering …
A joint effort: raising awareness of bone and joint health
People often ‘put up with’ bone and joint pain and swelling. By raising awareness of the symptoms and risk factors, pharmacists can encourage earlier diagnosis and treatment, writes Leanne Philpott …
Common breastfeeding concerns and how to resolve them
Pharmacists can provide invaluable support for breastfeeding mothers who have questions around milk supply, breast pain, infections, medication safety and more Breastfeeding can be a wonderful bonding experience for both …
Confronting the stigma: dealing with discrimination around maternity
Pharmacy is an increasingly feminised profession, however we have recently heard disturbing reports of improper treatment and discrimination toward pharmacists and staff who are pregnant or returning from maternity leave …
Dry eye: the hidden burden
Whether the cause is environmental or medicines-related, pharmacists are in an excellent position to help patients suffering from dry eye. Megan Haggan investigates Key points: Dry eye is very common, …
Mandatory reporting: a pharmacist’s responsibilities
Andrew Tooms takes look around the nation at the legislative and regulatory responsibilities of pharmacists when confronted by possible abuse of a minor Author: Andrew Tooms BSc (Hons), LLB, MHM, AACPA, …