In Depth
A prescription for success: the history of hospital pharmacy
In the first of a two-part series, Ron Batagol summarises the development and evolution of hospital pharmacy in Australia from the early years, through to the beginnings of clinical/ward pharmacy …
You may be able to buy a COVID vaccine ahead of the government rollout
But jumping the queue comes at a price, write Australian and Canadian pharmacists by Barbara Mintzes, University of Sydney; Joel Lexchin, University of Toronto; Kellia Chiu, University of Sydney, and …
Clinical tips: Advancements in the management of erectile dysfunction
Advances have been moving swiftly in the world of erectile dysfunction , writes Brad Butt As you may well know, I’ve written on erectile dysfunction a time or two and …
Clear the vaccination pathway
As the likelihood of a successful COVID-19 vaccine next year rises, there is increasing discussion about pharmacy’s role in their delivery. Anthony Tassone says we need to plan now Optimism …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news COPD and Osteoporosis: Associated Factors in Patients Treated with Inhaled Corticosteroids Osteoporosis is one of the significant comorbidities in …
Stepping up: bone fracture and falls prevention
Make no bones about it; pharmacists play an important role in reducing people’s risk of falls and bone fractures through targeted advice and interventions Falls are common causes of unintended …
Pharmacists front regulators over S8s and ORT
Are employee pharmacists or proprietors more likely to be called up before the regulators? And what are the best ways to avoid a complaint? “It’s been one of the busiest …
Extension of pandemic entitlements for health sector employees
What you need to know: a guide by Stephanie McGrath What is Schedule X? On 8 April 2020 the Fair Work Commission issued a decision on pandemic leave for Health Sector …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Harms and benefits of sodium‑glucose co‑transporter 2 inhibitors Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors are oral glucose-lowering drugs that increase the urinary excretion …
Nice Fro Bro
Would it be a faux pas to mention this accessory to a patient? Angelo Pricolo finds out… Those of you that know me know that I don’t entertain lots of …
A record new low
The Reserve Bank has recently cut interest rates to a record new low. Natalie Sirianni predicts what impact this may have on pharmacy values At its meeting on Tuesday 3 …
Ahead of the game: Sports & wound care
Managing sports injuries correctly, using the proper protocols and appropriate dressing, can enhance wound healing and support a speedy recovery Australia is a nation of sports lovers. In fact, 80% …