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Pharmacist reprimanded over inappropriate patient relationships
After a patient’s mother died, a pharmacist used his store’s records to contact her and begin a sexual relationship The Pharmacy Board has issued a statement about a pharmacist who …
The top ten
Which story headed our top ten most read articles over the last month? Stories about crime and regulatory issues dominated our readers interest recently. However the top ten stories over …
Pharmacist flu vaccination is safe: study
People immunised at pharmacies reported fewer adverse events compared with general practice or other clinics, an Australian study has found A study that tracked adverse events following flu shots has …
World news wrapup: 17 June 2021
Pharmacy leaves “cursed” message on birthday; quick-thinking pharmacist saves a life with CPR; German pharmacies mobbed for vaccine passes New York, New York: A birthday message gone wrong from a …
Pharmacies to supply Moderna vax from September
Moderna is to be the vaccine supplied by community pharmacies in Stage 3 of the COVID vax program, the Health Minister reveals Speaking in Canberra on Monday, Health Minister Greg …
Medication harm reduction trials detailed
Chronic kidney disease, osteoporosis, medication-related problems and community-based medication reviews are among new pharmacy projects green-lighted by the Federal Government Health Minister Greg Hunt has announced that the Australian Government …
Returning the power to the profession
What has to happen before the Pharmacy Guild can argue for increased pay for pharmacists? Does the Guild now own the full scope of practice clinical agenda? Trent Twomey talks …
New head for Blooms
Emmanuel Vavoulas will be appointed as Blooms The Chemist’s new Chief Executive Officer, the banner group has announced Mr Vavoulas is set to begin in the role on 1 January …
AMA ‘late to the party’ on OCP talk
The AMA has slammed pharmacies as “retail shops” where it is inappropriate to discuss sexual health, but the Guild says they’re “out of touch” The Australian Medical Association has issued …
Health literacy falling short: survey
One in five consumers report finding medicines information given by a pharmacist, doctor or nurse “hard to follow” or “confusing” Consumers need to be supported to feel more in control …
The view from the hill
Guild national president Trent Twomey talks about his fight against postcode healthcare, his views on the 7CPA, pharmacy’s COVID vaccination future and professional services expansion AJP: Are you pleased to …
Trial misconstrued as ‘pro-life’
A trial where pharmacists would discuss contraceptive options with patients seeking EC has sparked a public backlash, with comments about “Bible bashing chemists” and “gatekeeping” Pharmacy researchers have expressed disappointment …