COVID-19
RAT site causing ‘no end of grief’
One stakeholder pleads with the public for patience on RATs and a consumer-driven site keeps sending people to pharmacy, as the Government denies diverting the tests Amid continued high demand …
Vax update: Novavax approved, Moderna increase, booster interval drop
The TGA has granted provisional approval for Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine – the first protein COVID-19 jab to receive regulatory approval in Australia The Therapeutic Goods Administration revealed on Thursday that …
First oral COVID-19 treatments approved
Two drugs have been added to Australia’s arsenal in the fight against COVID-19, to treat people at increased risk of progression to hospitalisation or death The TGA has granted provisional …
Pay for same work: $68 for pharmacy, $139.05 for GPs
The PSA is again speaking out on equal pay for vaccination services, comparing $68 for pharmacies in circumstances GPs could get $139.05 The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia is renewing its …
Pressure on pharmacists ‘beyond dire’
Nearly 80% of pharmacists think their workplace is understaffed, as the sector battles to source RATs and COVID vaccines – with one stakeholder calling to delay the COVID testing protocol …
Skyrocketing RAT price scrutiny
Nearly half the reports made to the ACCC about rapid antigen test “potential scams” are about pharmacies The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says it has “significant concerns” about the …
‘This is not on:’ RATs redirected?
The Federal Government has denied that it is redirecting rapid antigen tests ordered by pharmacies to itself, as stores struggle with supply Member for Eden-Monaro Kristy McBain has shared an …
Testing times
Pharmacy will play an even greater role in the provision of rapid antigen tests, but opinions are divided over the strategy, while price gouging and supply concerns remain The Pharmacy …
Under-12 vax coming to pharmacy?
Pharmacy on the agenda for delivering primary school age COVID vaccinations, but states may be a stumbling block Pharmacies are being considered by the Federal Department of Health as prime …
Booster pay approach ‘short-sighted,’ says Guild
Pharmacies may opt out of the COVID-19 booster shot program if remuneration remains inadequate, warns Guild leader Two days after the launch of the COVID-19 pharmacy booster shot program, the …
Protecting the bush
Regional pharmacies lauded for their work, as MP congratulates Guild and other retailers for their commitment to community health MPs have stated their acknowledgment of the work of pharmacists in …
Supermarkets to sell RATs, while barriers remain for some in pharmacy
Rapid antigen testing for the general public will be available from next week – but hurdles and concerns remain The general public will be able to purchase rapid antigen tests …