In Depth
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Treatments for cough and common cold in children Upper respiratory tract infections in children are common, self-limiting illnesses that resolve without …
No more for the favourite
Gambling is big business. It’s fun for some and can manufacture hope and happiness. But for many it induces hopelessness and despair, writes Angelo Pricolo We are surrounded by advertisements …
The first stop
From managing minor ailments to educating on antibiotics, fever and concussion – pharmacists can make a significant impact on children’s health, says Leanne Philpott Back to school’ means a lot …
In the Navy: ‘It seems incredible that this condition should exist’
It’s February 1944, and several years into the war, Australians are shocked to learn that there is only one lone pharmacist working in his professional capacity in the Navy – …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Management of type 2 diabetes in patients with frailty Newer antihyperglycemic agents such as glucagonlike peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1-RAs), …
Vaccination: lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic
The pandemic changed everything when it comes to vaccination by pharmacists. So where are we at now? By Jala Moushi The role of pharmacists has evolved from traditional medication dispensers …
‘Keeping the chemist in his proper place’
It’s 1894, and the Australasian Journal of Pharmacy looks from the colonies to England to consider a vexed issue: prescribing chemists Between a discussion of “botanic practitioners” and their concerns …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Cardiovascular risk assessment in women: which women are suited for menopausal hormone therapy? Individual risk assessment for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is …
Pharmacy partnerships: how do you make them work?
A pharmacy partnership can be like a marriage, with hard work you can navigate the challenges and find the solutions, says John Thornett It is often said that partnerships are …
On top of the world
Paul Sinclair is the first Australian to lead the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP). He also retains a burning passion for pharmacy in Australia. He spoke to AJP editor Chris Brooker …
Bureaucracy framing its own pharmacy ‘policy’?
It’s 1984, and pharmacy is questioning the influence of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Remuneration Tribunal…and looking at the “new technology” of 8mm video The first Community Pharmacy Agreement – known as …
Fighting the clause
Should you consent to an order under Clause 175 of the Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulation? lawyer Maurice Hannan investigates In the wake of section 150 proceedings, the Pharmacy Council …