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World news wrapup: 12 June 2025
Underpaying chains named and shamed; US measles outbreak spreads; pharmacist caught smuggling illegal drugs Birmingham, England: The Pharmacists’ Defence Association has welcomed a new government report which has “named and …
The pharma groups winning in ASX record run
Trade talks have helped push the local sharemarket to new heights. Pharma-linked companies are among those reaping the rewards The local bourse hit a fresh record in Wednesday’s trade, with …
Coles to take on pharmacy retailers
Supermarket giant, Coles, plans to reclaim lost ground in the health and beauty categories with new strategy Coles has its sights set on recapturing sales lost to rivals including Chemist …
‘It’s a slippery slope’: academic
Academics and medics are united in criticism of pharmacists being awarded ‘doctor’ title for master’s degree Allowing pharmacists to call themselves ‘doctor’ for completing a master’s degree (extended) in pharmacy risks …
Poll: Award minimum pay rise
Pharmacists on the award wage are set to receive a pay rise – what do you think? As reported last week, the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Review settled on …
Pharmacy by the numbers
We revisit some of the findings from the latest version of the UTS Pharmacy Barometer Each month in the AJP magazine we take a look at some of the important …
‘We are in a privileged position’ to help men: Butt
Pharmacists have a key role to play in supporting men to access healthcare, Men’s Health Downunder founder says Community pharmacists are being urged to use chats with male patients to …
Sigma continues My Chemist store rebranding
First, My Chemist pharmacy makes switch to Discount Drug Store brand Sigma Healthcare is continuing to phase out Chemist Warehouse Group’s My Chemist banner, following the completion of the wholesaler’s …
Kids multivitamin recalled
Missing warning statements on label of two batches of a children’s vitamin and iron supplement prompts recall Pentavite Pty Ltd is recalling two batches of its Pentavite Multivitamin + Iron …
Pharmacists lack vaping support
Government’s vaping policy needs more structured professional education and clearer public health messaging, pharmacists say Pharmacists remain concerned about the safety of vaping products and “regulatory grey areas” around their …
Irish solution for Pegasys shortage
TGA approves Irish-labelled stock of chronic hepatitis treatment, Pegasys, as shortage hits Australia Fresh supplies of overseas-labelled Pegasys (peginterferon alfa 2a) are expected to arrive next month (July), the medication’s …
Pharmacists honoured in King’s Birthday awards
Former Guild leader amongst a large cohort of pharmacists and industry figures recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List A former Pharmacy Guild of Australia state president, three longstanding pharmacy …