In Depth
PDL enters new field of service
PDL to assist widows of its members to secure “fair and reasonable” prices for pharmacy businesses It’s June 1956, and moving, on a recommendation from the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s …
Breathe easier: asthma care, new guidelines and the role of pharmacy
From improving inhaler technique to helping patients understand treatment guidelines, pharmacists play an essential role in asthma care. Leanne Philpott speaks to a pharmacist and asthma educator about the latest …
It could have been worse
In my previous column, I celebrated arriving safely at work on my bicycle. This is a story of a bike ride that didn’t turn out so well…. As I sit …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest research news Diagnosis and management of irritable bowel syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder of gut–brain interaction characterised by recurrent abdominal …
50th PSA Offshore Refresher sets sail
The PSA’s flagship event celebrated its golden anniversary on the seas of Japan aboard the Crystal Symphony, combining quality education and exotic travel in perfect harmony, writes David Weston. Pharmacists …
Chemist fined for sale of medicated wine
Court convicts pharmacist in case that has repercussions for the entire sector It’s June 1942, and Queensland’s community pharmacy network is digesting a ruling made against a Brisbane chemist, the Australasian Journal of Pharmacy …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Deprescribing medications for older people: practical guidance for primary care This article provides practical guidance on identifying and managing inappropriate polypharmacy, …
Three focus areas for pharmacy right now
We’re in June, which officially means the busy, busy period of community pharmacy has begun, Peak Strategies director Priya Narsing writes Flu vaccines are being administered, every family seems to be coming …
Fake pharmacist busted with cocaine
Unregistered ‘chemist’ ordered to forfeit supplies of cocaine and other dangerous drugs It’s June 1936, and an aspiring pharmacist, William Ernest Pollard, is in the dock after being arrested for “having pretended …
Expanding access to contraception is a healthcare step forward
Pharmacy-led care does not replace regular appointments with a GP, but it can ensure safe and effective access to hormonal contraception for women, Pharmacy Guild of Australia national president, Professor …
dRx series: Deprescribing analgesics in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
When should pharmacists consider deprescribing analgesics… opioid or otherwise? Amanda Quek and Dr Amy Page take a look Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest research news Non-antibiotic interventions to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections in women An overview of 27 systematic reviews has found evidence for cranberry and …