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Welfare drug testing scheme abandoned
The Government has had to give up on plans to introduce drug testing for welfare recipients after it became clear that the Senate would not pass the proposal The plan …
Are you sick of Christmas music yet?
If you’re tired of listening to the same Christmas songs every hour, you’re not alone: a streaming service has investigated why retail workers and shoppers become fed up with festive …
Rules relaxed for SA pharmacist vaccinators
The South Australian Government has introduced new regulatory reforms for pharmacist-delivered vaccinations In a move to improve public health outcomes, South Australia has decided that trained pharmacists in South Australia …
Poll: What professional services do you offer in your pharmacy?
Many people don’t know the support and advice pharmacists provide behind the scenes, often without compensation “One of our patients, who has a mental health issue, has a good relationship …
Student survey highlights hospital pharmacy interest, remuneration concerns
Hospital pharmacy interest is growing among students, according to a NAPSA survey, but there is a need for more placements, guidance and support Findings from National Pharmacy Students Survey (NPSS) …
Vale Jack Thomas
Pharmacy academic and former consulting editor of the AJP Dr Jack Thomas has passed away Dr Jack Thomas OAM died peacefully surrounded by family on Monday at a high care …
‘They have never had to establish they provide a public benefit.’
Community Council for Australia CEO David Crosbie has queried the Pharmacy Guild’s influence over politicians and likened it to the alcohol industry or the NRA In an opinion piece in …
Mental health impacts longevity
Men who are diagnosed with a mental health condition in their lifetime can expect to live 10.2 years less than those who aren’t, and women 7.3 years New research from …
Risk Stratification Tool launches
A smart system capable of recognising patients at risk of hospitalisation has been released this week The Risk Stratification Tool is part of a primary health care initiative in Australia …
Pharmacy pushback on direct supply
Direct supply increases workload and costs for community pharmacies, argues the Guild – and most pharmacists agree, according to an AJP reader poll Exclusive direct supply arrangements not only double …
World news wrapup: 7 December 2017
Pharmacist’s plan to fake his own store’s robbery goes awry; pharmacy in blackmail bomb threat; pharmacists pack heat for protection Ottawa, Canada: A pharmacist has been found guilty of trafficking …
How pollution cancels cardiovascular benefits
Exposure to traffic fumes may negate any heart and lung benefits of walking among older adults A new UK study examined how even short-term exposure to tiny particles of soot …