Pharmacy Announcements
National Pharmacies appoints new boss
New National Pharmacies chief executive pledges to focus on expanding services Little more than 12 months after joining National Pharmacies as chief financial officer, Brigid Hughes is stepping into the top …
Andrographis dropped from listed medicines framework
Sponsors of listed medicines containing Andrographis are being “strongly encouraged” to withdraw their products following a TGA decision New medicines containing Andrographis paniculata (Andrographis) are no longer eligible for listing …
Pharmacists key in dementia management: PSA
Ahead of Dementia Action Week (21-27 September), the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia is reinforcing its commitment to supporting pharmacists’ role in managing the condition PSA says that the role pharmacists …
Only claim for dispensed medicines: PBS
Data analysis is giving authorities a clearer picture of when pharmacies submit inappropriate claims to the PBS, as the government aims to clamp down on fraud Pharmacists are being warned …
Pharmacist researcher named Young Tall Poppy
Dr Nagham Ailabouni has been recognised for her work in promoting safe use of medicines for people living with dementia Ailabouni, a clinician-researcher and NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow at the …
First Victorian Doctor of Pharmacy program to start in 2027
The course aims to prepare students for “new and emerging roles” for pharmacists in Australia Monash University has launched its new five-year Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Doctor of Pharmacy …
Guild raises $160k for Vinnies
Pharmacy Guild Foundation aims to build on the momentum of its inaugural event Attendees at the Pharmacy Guild Foundation’s gala dinner on Thursday (10 September 2026) helped to raise $160,000 …
Expectations not changing: PBS
Budget arms department with funds to step up PBS compliance activities Pharmacy owners hold shared accountability for Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme claims made by their stores, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing …
Emergency Locum Service goes to tender
Quotations are being sought for the provision of the Emergency Locum Service Program The Pharmacy Programs Administrator is seeking quotations for the operation of the Emergency Locum Service (ELS). The service …
Ethics ‘the foundation of pharmacy practice’
The International Pharmaceutical Federation has released a new statement of policy on codes of ethics Pharmacy organisations, regulators and educators should strengthen and regularly update their codes of ethics to …
Pharmacists turning ‘compassion into action’
The Pharmacy Guild Foundation is set to raise vital funds for St Vincent de Paul Society NSW The Pharmacy Guild Foundation’s inaugural Gala Ball has officially sold out, with more …
Strengthen substance use disorder supports: FIP
Pharmacists should play a greater role in preventing substance use disorders and reducing harm associated with non-medical use of psychoactive substances, FIP says Pharmacists, policy makers and peak bodies are …