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Labor to take PBS co-payment back to the future
Government to introduce legislation that will return maximum out-of-pocket expenses for PBS medicines to levels last seen 21 years ago Labor is set to deliver on its pre-election promise to …
‘Patient safety is at serious risk’: union
Pharmacists working at public hospitals in the Northern Territory are set to vote on taking industrial action over ongoing staff shortages Union leaders are warning that cancer services in the …
The top 12: Podcasts
We cover a wide range of topics in our AJP podcasts. So which ones have our readers been listening to? These are the 12 most clicked AJP podcasts on our …
Amendment to simplify PBS approval process
Proposed changes to deliver quicker decisions for new pharmacy applications Legislative reforms proposed by the government will simplify regulations around where new pharmacies can be approved to supply Pharmaceutical Benefits …
‘A powerful step toward reducing health inequities’
A new partnership aims to improve medicine safety and health outcomes for people living with an intellectual disability The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) says it’s hoped a new project …
The week in review
The online retailers taking medicine safety shortcuts, pharmacists back Gaza action and why tobacconists are still top vape sellers despite law changes were hot topics this week Community pharmacy’s record …
Inside the Amcal growth strategy
Post-merger Sigma says it’s positioning the Amcal brand for future growth and category expansion by “leveraging the sales and marketing expertise of the Chemist Warehouse team” Sigma Healthcare says it’s …
Lived experience influences at-risk screening: study
How does a pharmacist’s own experiences with mental health affect how they screen and respond to at-risk patients? Researchers in Western Australia investigated Pharmacists’ lived experience with suicide affects how …
PDL directors election
An election is being held for two PDL directors to serve on the National Board The following vacancies will arise at the conclusion of the next Annual General Meeting, scheduled …
Making a real difference
Alan Polack made a real difference in pharmacy education, science and practice, writes Michael Roberts Alan Polack has played a pivotal role as a leader in Australian pharmacy education, science …
Vale Alan Polack
A leading pharmacist and pharmacy educator has passed, with former students, colleagues and friends sharing their fond memories of the “legend” Alan Polack, former head of pharmacy at the University …
Right guidance never more vital
A newly updated pharmacy practice standard for general medicine has been released by Advanced Pharmacy Australia The standard sets out best practice principles and professional standards for pharmacists working in …