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‘We’re not asking to take away anyone’s scope’
Extend pharmacists’ scope of practice to ensure access to care, the US Public Health Service’s chief pharmacist officer says, and the Guild agrees “We do not want your scope, rather …
Owners get clarity on new licensing scheme
Changes to Queensland’s pharmacy ownership licensing scheme to commence in full on 1 November 2025 Pharmacy owners are being urged to keep up to date on new regulations in Queensland …
Politicians’ silence on measles vaccine fuels hesitancy: pharmacist
A political push is needed to bolster vaccination rates to protect against a measles outbreak in Cairns Reluctance from some local politicians to promote vaccination, combined with claims by overseas …
‘You need to be right every single time. The hackers only have to get it right once’
A high-profile pharmacy hacking case highlights how cybercriminals’ tactics are changing – and pharmacies are at greater risk than you might think In a statement provided to the AJP, Toowoomba …
CWH renews NRL deal
The retail giant says it will continue to be the official pharmacy partner of the men and women’s NRL until 2029 Chemist Warehouse (CWH) has extended its partnership with the …
Paragon Care makes headway in recovering outstanding debt
Wholesaler Paragon Care reveals a pharmacy group has paid off more than $10 million of a $57 million debt in the last three months Audited financial statements released to the …
Spotlight on pharmacist role in healthy ageing
The Guild has highlighted the role pharmacists play in supporting older people On the International Day of Older Persons, the Pharmacy Guild pointed out that maintaining health during ageing is …
‘Unlikely to have an SPF greater than 21’
“It has come to our attention that some testing laboratories may be more reliable than others,” the TGA says, as sunscreen testing concerns regarding a particular lab continue The Therapeutic …
World news wrapup: 2 October 2025
Undercover investigation alleges pharmacist advised on faking Botox consults; call to shut down entire UK pharmacy chain as intermittent closures continue; US pharmacists respond to autism claim London, England: The …
‘Governments must step up now’
Hospital pharmacists celebrated World Pharmacists Day in style, while leaders marked the day by calling attention to critical workforce shortages On FIP World Pharmacists Day (Thursday 25 September), Advanced Pharmacy …
First WA scope pilot participants begin their training
The first cohort for the WA Government’s Enhanced Access Community Pharmacy Pilot (EACPP) has officially begun training, says the state government In a statement Health Minister Meredith Hammat noted that …
Flying pharmacist takes off for fundraiser
Pharmacist Jack Buckley took part in the 2025 Outback Air Race to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service A regional pharmacist has embarked on a monumental flight across …