In Depth
Clinical tips: Chickenpox (Varicella)
Vaccination against chickenpox has been interrupted due to COVID in some regions, writes Karalyn Huxhagen, so pharmacists need to know how to manage it When I was a child if …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Effect of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiovascular outcomes A systematic review and meta-analysis of nearly 150,00 people has concluded that omega-3 …
Looking at the market
What impact have the pandemic, lockdowns and changing work patterns had on pharmacy market values? How different is the new generation of pharmacists? Frank Sirianni gives his views Pharmacy market …
Transgender healthcare: This is our role
Community pharmacists have an opportunity to address the healthcare disparities experienced by transgender and gender diverse patients, say Swapna Chaudhary and colleagues Despite the unique healthcare needs of transdgender patients, …
Clinical Tips: Continence
Brad Butt takes a look at transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation and its growing role in managing incontinence Urinary incontinence affects up to 10% of Australian men and up to 38% …
David and Hanh
Angelo Pricolo reflects on the unexpected loss of two pharmacy friends Some telephone calls just start bad and get worse. There is no good way to hear about the death …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Regular use of proton pump inhibitors and risk of type 2 diabetes A prospective analysis over 200,000 participants shows an association …
A flu season with a difference
What impact is the COVID-19 vaccine rollout having on the uptake of the flu shot and how can pharmacists promote the importance of the influenza vaccine? According to the Australian …
Clinical tips: Eye disorders
Eye disorders are common and pharmacists are in a position to assist consumers, says Louis Roller Some of the common disorders are: Blepharitis is an inflammation of the glands of …
Looking at leadership
Burnout is increasing among the Australian pharmacy profession and strong leadership is essential to maintaining a healthy workforce, argue these pharmacist researchers By Therése Kairuz, Richard Jane, Jack Papworth and …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw Analysis of the Australian database of adverse event notifications identified medications reported to cause …
AJP chats with… Verity Boustead
Verity is a student Covid vaccine preparer, helped launch a new journal and while she’s “no MasterChef”, she makes a mean loaded nachos! Getting to know the new NAPSA President …