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‘Rapid’ uptake of CF triple therapy
PBS listing of the combination medicine has led to improved quality of life for patients with cystic fibrosis (CF), says drug utilisation committee Nearly 90% of Australians prescriptions of cystic …
Medicinal cannabis ‘clear disconnect’ between support and practice
Pharmacists highlight a lack of education about dispensing medicinal cannabis, as well as worries about regulatory compliance Healthtech company Montu has released the results of a national survey it commissioned …
Training underway for SDPR rollout
Healthcare staff commence training ahead of the phased implementation of one state’s Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR) Close to 200 NSW Health employees from across the state have volunteered to …
Docs slam campaign promoting pharmacist prescribing
But full scope services are already taking pressure off Victoria’s thinly-stretched health system while keeping patients safe, says Guild The Victorian Government has issued an update stating that from November …
Tassie looks to keep some pharmacies open longer
The Tasmanian Government is launching expressions of interest for community pharmacies to apply for grant funding to open for longer Minister for health, mental health and wellbeing, Bridget Archer announced …
Aged care delivers rapid growth for pharmacy
Pharmacy group among Australia’s fastest growing businesses The rollout of onsite pharmacy services in the aged care sector has seen Choice Chemist take second spot on the Australian Financial Review’s …
Medicines supply chain a national security concern: Twomey
Australia and its allies need to work together to shore up their medicines manufacturing capabilities, Guild leader says Steps need to be taken to strengthen Australia’s medicines supply chain to …
First year as AdPha meant ‘getting on with the job’
AdPha has released its 2025 Annual Report, celebrating a year of major achievements in advocacy, digital engagement, and professional recognition across the pharmacy workforce The organisation also listed a record …
Sunscreen brand recalls zinc products
Bondi Sands announces recall of five batches of zinc mineral sunscreens The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has confirmed a product recall for batches of Bondi Sands’ Zinc Mineral Broad …
CWH employee steals $22k from tills
A Sydney man has fronted court on stealing charges, and been banned from every Chemist Warehouse in NSW The Daily Telegraph has reported on the case of Adith Selaboiyna, who …
The week in review
Pharmacy’s ‘black swan’ event, the TGA to probe HRT data and an alarming rise in ADHD medication poisonings were among the topics that had our readers talking this week “Disruptions …
Oppenheim named CEO of the Year
Ego Pharmaceuticals’ leader Dr Jane Oppenheim has been honoured for her contribution to local manufacturing and production standards Oppenheim was named CEO of the Year at The CEO Magazine Executive …