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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 …
‘Everyone has a right to feel safe’
Pharmacists are speaking up about their experiences with workplace bullying, but how can you respond when in this situation? Experts share their advice with Sheshtyn Paola Consultant pharmacist Emily Griffin …
Coughs and colds: educating customers on self-care
Coughs and colds are an ideal opportunity for pharmacists to empower customers to practise self-care and educate on the appropriate use of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, writes Leanne Philpott KEY POINTS: …
New approaches in neurodiversity
Neurodiversity has become a hot topic. In January 2025, the Albanese government launched the country’s first National Autism Strategy, plus an action plan, in a move welcomed by stakeholders. Megan …
Sleep services in practice: helping patients get a good kip
Pharmacist Todd Marion has been running his pharmacy sleep service in Kiama for more than a decade. He talks inspiration, challenges and how pharmacists might expand their scope More than …
A tale of serendipity
A leading pharmacist in the prescribing and deprescribing space, Dr Amy Page describes falling into pharmacy as a happy accident Amy Page didn’t believe it when she got the news. …
A weighty issue
Overweight and obesity are a big problem in Australia. How can pharmacists help to tackle it and reduce the burden of disease? Sheshtyn Paola investigates KEY POINTS: Two in three …
Leaders in harm reduction
Long considered a “fringe” area of practice for pharmacists, harm minimisation programs are making a huge difference in patients’ lives. Sheshtyn Paola speaks with pharmacists at the forefront of this …
‘Everyone has a right to feel safe’
Pharmacists are speaking up about their experiences with workplace bullying, but how can you respond in this situation? Experts share their advice Consultant pharmacist Emily Griffin spent “many years” at …
Seeing ways to support eye health
Awareness, early detection and regular eye checks are crucial to preserving vision and eye health Around one in seven Australians over the age of 50 years has signs of age-related …
Scratching the itch
Pharmacist experts on eczema share their tips and tricks to diagnosing, treating and managing this common skin condition With nearly three million Australians suffering from eczema (atopic dermatitis), it’s important …
Vitamins, minerals and supplements: filling the gaps
The vitamins and supplements market is booming. Yet, while finding your niche may seem like a huge challenge, pharmacists Jessica Jones and Karen Brown show that it is possible to …