In Depth
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Community pharmacist-led interventions to optimise the use of antibiotics A systematic literature review and meta-analysis of 17 studies suggests some positive …
Protecting your data
Australian pharmacies are facing ever more data threats, with natural disasters and even the war in Ukraine leading to security alerts. Andrew McManus from Fred IT explains the risks and …
Clinical tips: Pharmacists and antipsychotic medicines
Medicines adherence is vital for people taking antipsychotics, writes Carlene McMaugh: she presents tips on management within the community pharmacy and general practice settings Psychotic illnesses can be challenging to …
When communication blows up…
Pharmacist and leadership coach Chantelle Turner provides four ways to still create a good outcome when faced with a communication breakdown In a recent situation, I was reminded that regardless …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Psychotropic medication deprescribing in residential aged care facilities In this exploratory study of the knowledge and attitudes of family members of …
Optimising your loyalty program
How does a pharmacy go about maximising the benefits of its loyalty program, for patients and for itself? Sarah Rendell looks at the options “Would you like to join our …
A voice for pharmacists
Emma McBride is the lone pharmacist in federal Parliament. She discusses her political and pharmacy careers and her desire to speak for her profession and for health equality A champion …
Your druggist is more than a merchant
March 1922: Australian pharmacists are encouraged to develop new promotional slogans. Meanwhile concerns are expressed over pharmacies using poor quality paper Australian pharmacists needed to work together to promote their …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Impact of P-glycoprotein and/or CYP3A4-interacting drugs on effectiveness and safety of NOACs in patients with atrial fibrillation A meta-analysis of 15 …
Pharmacy cheerleading
Being a pharmacy cheerleader is about motivating your team, having a vision and driving solutions through performance and rewards As president of the Unites States of America from 1933 to …
Managing childhood maladies
Educate and advise: pharmacy’s front line role as the first line for parents’ seeking advice on children’s minor ailments It’s not surprising that the common cold is one of the …
Clinical tips: vaccination for children
As a dentist, Alex Park has given a lot of needles to small children. Here are his tips on making the experience easier for everyone From the 10th of January …