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Kate Richardson awarded SHPA Medal of Merit
Kate Richardson has been awarded the SHPA Medal of Merit at Medicines Management 2016, the 42nd SHPA National Conference. Professor Michael Dooley, President of SHPA, announced the award, saying that …
Blooms teams up to make wishes come true
Blooms The Chemist has announced a new major partnership with Make-A-Wish Australia, commencing November 2016, that will see the two organisations join forces to help make the wishes of seriously …
Seville Grove pharmacy robber sought
WA police are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into an armed robbery at a pharmacy on Champion Drive in Seville Grove. Around 4.40pm on 5 September 2016, the …
Susan Lee is Tasmania’s Pharmacist of the Year
Valley Road Chemmart Pharmacy owner Susan Lee has been named Tasmanian Pharmacist of the Year, in recognition of her significant contribution to the pharmacy profession. The award was presented at …
Forum: Dr Google
“Taking responsibility for our own health and wellbeing would seem to be an excellent approach to be recommended for all our patients. But at what point does this become a …
Drug combo reverses coronary plaques to lowest levels yet
World-first results: Researchers have found a drug combination that reduces coronary atherosclerosis more effectively than statins alone In an Australian-led multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised clinical trial, researchers have discovered that a …
Sector woes not enough to reduce Tax Office penalty
Price disclosure, competition cited in unsuccessful bid to reduce Tax Office penalties The owner of a number of pharmacies in NSW who relied on his accountant and staff for tax …
Celecoxib not riskier for heart than other NSAIDs
Celecoxib is no more likely to cause cardiovascular events than ibuprofen or naproxen, the PRECISION trial has found Before this trial, the cardiovascular safety of celecoxib as compared with nonselective …
Asthma patients urged to check inhaler technique in pharmacy
Discount Drug Stores has urged asthma patients to proactively check their inhaler technique to ensure that they are taking their medications correctly and getting the full dosage during Lung Health …
Calls for PBS listing of meningococcal B vaccine
Pressure mounts on the government after a spate of cases in South Australia, including the death of a toddler SA Health Minister Jack Snelling has urged Federal Health Minister Sussan …
Forum: Digital health strategy
“Pharmacy has led integration of digital technology in the health system. Active participation in My Health Record is the next step.Have your #YourhealthYoursay on the future of #digitalhealth! Download the …
World news wrapup: 17 November 2016
We take a look at pharmacy news from around the world South-east England: NHS funding to pharmacies is likely to influence greater consolidation in the sector, Chemist + Druggist reports. …