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Quantifying the dementia trajectory
Researchers deep dive into the survival ranges for those with dementia… and find out that predicting the need for nursing home care remains complex The average life expectancy of people …
Dedicated aged care role in Cabinet
Pharmacists welcome the appointment of aged care minister to Cabinet Minister for aged care and sport Anika Wells has issued a statement saying it is a “privilege” to be asked …
‘Medication without harm is a goal we all share’
Experts want health professionals to stop the “prescribing cascade” of potentially harmful drugs – and their recommendations are just as important for pharmacists, they say President of the Royal Australasian …
PBS biosimilar substitution warning
Pharmacists reminded of biosimilar substitution requirements Pharmacists are being advised to pay attention when selecting Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) codes when substituting biosimilar medications, to ensure the correct product is …
Chemist Warehouse – Australia’s new ‘millionaire factory’
Sigma’s merger with Chemist Warehouse will create multimillionaires, proxy advisory firm says Chemist Warehouse shareholders could find themselves on the Australian Financial Review’s Rich List, if the discounter’s merger with …
World news wrapup: 23 January 2025
USA to withdraw from WHO; Glasgow pharmacist found guilty of assault on patient; Walgreens Boots unlawful scripts allegations Geneva, Switzerland: The World Health Organization has expressed regret that the United …
TGA vape crackdown continues
Retailers hit with infringement notices totaling close to $400,000, over alleged unlawful vape supply Authorities issue 20 infringement notices to Melbourne-based businesses as part of vape crackdown. Joint activity by …
Pharmacist’s concerns spark protest
Following a St Kilda pharmacist’s outpouring of concern over rampant crime and antisocial behaviour in her suburb, locals have taken to the streets in protest Following a St Kilda pharmacist’s …
‘My approach to patient care has shifted significantly’
A pharmacist shares her experience as part of the scope of practice pilots over the past year Carolyn Clementson is a prescribing pharmacist from Queensland that provided multiple new services …
Chemist Warehouse franchisees in line for post-merger windfall
Chemist Warehouse franchisees ponder $1 billion pay-day, as banks seek stake in Sigma Healthcare after it merges with the discount giant Investment bankers are in talks with some of Chemist …
New warning for asthma medication
Health professionals are being urged to “look out” for neuropsychiatric reactions in patients using montelukast A new boxed warning about potentially serious neuropsychiatric events is being added to the safety …
Boost for aged care medication safety
Credentialed pharmacists to support more than 8,000 home care clients in expanded partnership, delivering HMRs, prescribing oversight, vaccinations and more Choice Aged Care is extending its existing support of Churches …