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FIP gets new Aussie vice president
Australian Pharmacy has been well represented at the virtual International Pharmaceutical Federation congress, says PSA University of Sydney School of Pharmacy Professor of Medicines Use Optimisation Parisa Aslani has been …
Doctor couldn’t say ‘no’
A pharmacist tipped off police when presented with a script that raised suspicions – sparking an investigation into a doctor who had been prescribing drugs for sex workers he hired …
‘We can’t wait to be part of the magic.’
Even during the COVID-19 crisis, a year without the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant would be “unthinkable,” says one stakeholder For 88 years the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant has welcomed Father …
Pharmacists needed more than ever after COVID
One of the world’s leading pharmacists has said that he’s never felt prouder to be a member of the profession At a time of great uncertainty and emergency, the pharmacy …
Poll: What is your COVID safety plan?
A pharmacist that recently found out her pharmacy was visited by someone infected with COVID-19 has urged colleagues to get serious about their safety plans Caroline Diamantis, proprietor of Balmain …
The top ten
What were our ten most read stories over the last month? Crime, COVID-related issues and a clinical story were dominating the news for our readers over the last 30 days. …
The week in review
COVID-19, vaccination and downscheduling all made the headlines in pharmacy this week COVID-19 continues to dominate the news, with two more Victorian pharmacists diagnosed with the illness… bringing the total …
‘Commendable commitment’ to dealing with health challenges
A young pharmacist has been cautioned for dispensing Duromine and diazepam to herself without a prescription, but applauded for her diligence in getting help The pharmacist, who is qualified but …
‘Genuine questions’ asked about lockdown
Victoria’s COVID response has shown that the state bureaucracy does not understand pharmacy, says one stakeholder, as a new survey reveals health professional attitudes to the state’s COVID-19 strategy Research …
Many landlords not passing on support measures
WA has extended its COVID-19 commercial tenancy laws – but one pharmacy stakeholder warns that many landlords are telling pharmacies to “take it or leave it” State Commerce Minister John …
Queensland reflects on an unprecedented year
Queensland will only be able to quickly and safely vaccinate against COVID-19 with the help of community pharmacy, says the state health minister Queensland Parliamentarians congratulated the state’s community pharmacists …
The event lowdown
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to play havoc with the pharmacy events calendar. Here’s a rundown of some of the latest news 2020 SHPA Virtual Congress To be held on 21-22 …