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World news wrapup: 2 May 2019
British pharmacist allegedly spiked co-worker’s drink with laxative; British pharmacist accused of Islamic State atrocities; UK to get opioid addiction warnings Birmingham, UK: A pharmacist has appeared in court on …
Getting the message across
Enterprising PSA councillor manages to get the PM’s ear to discuss what pharmacy can offer the country When North Queensland pharmacist Shane MacDonald recently had the opportunity for a chat …
What’s in a name?
Professional services is a term that misleads the public and sells pharmacy short, a Guild leader believes Community pharmacy should strongly consider replacing the term ‘professional services’, a senior Pharmacy …
Data shows ‘pharmacy lobby’ were wrong: AMA
The AMA says that recent TGA data has “vindicated” the decision to upschedule low-dose codeine Several days ago, the TGA issued a report which analysed pharmaceutical industry sales data and …
Hazzard rejects UTI pharmacist prescribing proposal
The NSW Opposition and PSA have called on the recently re-elected Berejiklian Government to trial limited pharmacist prescribing in the state… but the Health Minister has rejected the proposal Earlier …
Docs and pollies get pharmacy flu shots
The Federal Treasurer is the latest politician to get his flu vaccine in pharmacy… and some doctors are doing the same Josh Frydenberg visited the Scott McLaren pharmacy on Wednesday …
Crime or competition?
In the next instalment of the Guild-Ramsay legal saga, the two sides have battled it out over pharmacy ownership and business competition in the courtroom The Pharmacy Guild of Australia …
Safety advisories: how Australia compares
Research shows communication about emerging safety risks of medicines is not consistent between countries… and the Australian regulator issued fewer warnings than other countries A new study has analysed how …
Inquiry wants lived Ice experience
NSW residents are being reminded to lodge submissions to the state’s Special Commission of Inquiry into the drug crystal methamphetamine, with only one week remaining to do so The deadline …
Good sports
New data from Sport Australia has revealed our top 20 sports and physical activities… but is a small increase in participation enough? The data, from Sport Australia’s AusPlay Survey, shows …
Hospitality, transport workers held out as health professionals
In a landmark decision, a physiotherapist has received the largest fine against an individual for offences under the National Law in Australia after being convicted of holding out Michael Sylvester …
Don’t risk working without cover
Today is April 30, the deadline for pharmacists to renew their professional liabilities insurance cover PDL is urging its members and other pharmacists to ensure that they have organised their …