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eRx Script Exchange welcomes 6CPA eHealth funding
eRx Script Exchange has welcomed the continuation of funding for the electronic transfer of prescriptions in the newly signed Sixth Community Pharmacy Agreement. The new agreement includes $12.6 million for …
Cancer Council welcomes new quit smoking resources
Australian smokers who are trying to avoid a premature tobacco-caused death have access to a range of new materials to help them quit, thanks to the Australian Government. Cancer Council …
Pharmacists’ Support Service: donate before EOFY
As the end of the financial year approaches, the Pharmacists’ Support Service is reminding industry members that donations over $2 are tax deductible. No-one plans to need to seek support: …
SHPA says 6CPA lacks detail, patient focus
The SHPA says it is concerned about the lack of detail and patient focus in the SIxth Community Pharmacy Agreement, including lack of clarity as to whether HMRs will remain …
All smoking causes harm: Australian Dental Association
The Australian Dental Association is urging Australians to steer clear of all forms of tobacco as part of World No Tobacco Day. World No Tobacco Day this year is focusing …
Services funding reflects Govt recognition: Kardachi
The doubled funding for professional services reflects Government understanding of the greater role pharmacists can have in primary care, says Grant Kardachi, national president of the PSA. “The $1.26 billion …
Pharmacy has five years to prove itself: Jones
Over the five-year life of the Sixth Community Pharmacy Agreement community pharmacy will need to prove itself, says Paul Jones of Moodie’s Pharmacy in Bathurst, NSW. The pharmacy was named …
6CPA good news for young, regional pharmacists: Gill
Funding for new and expanded pharmacy services is good news for Australia’s young pharmacists, says PSA Young Pharmacist of the Year 2014 Taren Gill. Gill told the AJP that these …
Federal Govt awarded tobacco control award
The Federal Government has embellished Australia’s standing as an international leader in the fight to combat smoking and control tobacco, earning it the National Tobacco Scoreboard Achievement Award for 2015. …
Novartis is Symbion’s Supplier of the Year
Novartis Pharmaceuticals has been named Symbion’s Supplier of the Year, in recognition of its unwavering commitment to the pharmacy industry. The company was presented with the prestigious award at this …
Amanda Horiniak is Vic Pharmacy Student of the Year
Monash University pharmacy student Amanda Horiniak has been named Victorian Pharmacy Student of the Year. Horiniak was described as a highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate student who is looking forward …
Sixth Community Pharmacy Agreement roundup: what stakeholders said
The Sixth Community Pharmacy Agreement was signed on Wednesday, and reaction has been mostly positive, with a few exceptions. Most industry commentators praised the Guild’s introduction of the new Administration, …