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Jail for ‘disturbing’ petrol attack on pharmacist
A man has been sentenced to seven years’ jail after he threw petrol on a pharmacist and threatened to burn him Fairfax media reports that Kepa Kemp, a former disability …
The ‘three Cs’ that prevent flu vaccination
A new study by the Immunisation Coalition has shown that less than half of Australian adults plan to get a flu shot this year… and convenience is a factor The …
Pain a focus at TWC Masterclass
In in-depth discussion on managing chronic pain was a highlight of the TerryWhite Chemmart fourth annual Masterclass More than 400 pharmacists and pharmacy professionals from across the TerryWhite Chemmart network …
Fatal outcome on Kwinana Beach
A coronial inquiry has found use of synthetic cannabinoids led to the death of a Perth man, who was having trouble sourcing his usual cannabis supply Steven John Colloff, 47, …
World news wrapup: 19 April 2018
US pharmacist’s murder sentence appeal denied; Irish pharmacist saves a life; pharmacy app under fire Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: A former pharmacist who fatally shot a teenage boy has had a …
Is Amazon stepping back from pharma?
Amazon has put its plans to sell medicines to hospitals on hold, according to US media reports Earlier this week CNBC’s Eugene Kim and Christina Farr reported that Amazon’s plan …
Hunt rejects cannabis proposal
Health minister Greg Hunt has slapped down the Greens’ proposal to legalise recreational cannabis as “dangerous and medically irresponsible” This week Greens leader Richard Di Natale announced the party’s plan …
TerryWhite Chemmart names its top pharmacist
Karen Brown has been named 2018 TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacist of the Year Announcing Ms Brown’s win at the inaugural HEART awards, TerryWhite Chemmart Chief Operating Officer Duncan Phillips said Ms …
Staff Spotlight: Sam Flood
AJP chats with pharmacy intern Sam Flood about his exciting new role, following a difficult year looking for an internship 1. What is your current role? I am currently the …
POTY finalist in running for franchise awards
A Guild Pharmacy of the Year finalist is also up for three Priceline Pharmacy franchise awards, with the results to be announced soon Priceline Pharmacy Wetherill Park in NSW, run …
Crisis planning a disaster for pharmacy
Pharmacists need to be fully integrated into disaster planning, and remunerated for emergency care, experts say Australia is falling behind in incorporating pharmacy into disaster planning, experts say. A group …
Vexatious complaints few, but hit hard
More risk exists from people not reporting concerns about health professionals, than from making dubious complaints, new research shows The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency has commissioned new independent research …