Emergency contraception: knowledge and understanding
Dr Philip Goldstone looks at women’s attitudes to and understanding of emergency contraception In November and December 2016, we conducted an anonymous online survey to better understand women’s experiences with …
US opioid epidemic linked to economic despair
Pharmacists need to be sensitive to recognising people with addictions, a Stanford pain expert has told pharmacists Professor of anesthesiology, perioperative, and pain medicine Elliot Krane, from Stanford University, delivered …
Why aren’t more people using the My Health Record?
Why aren’t more people using the My Health Record? My Health Records were a big government investment, but they’re just not being used. from www.shutterstock.com.au Bronwyn Hemsley, University of Newcastle; …
Waste water analysis reveals drug use
Analysis of wastewater shows ice is Australia’s most-consumed illicit drug… and oxycodone and fentanyl use is also high The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission has released the first National Wastewater Drug …
Avoid Amcal stroke service: surgeons
The AMA and Stroke Foundation are urging Australians to avoid a stroke screening service available through Amcal Screening and risk assessment activities in community pharmacy must be evidence-based, meet unmet …
Forum: Who wants Phosphorus Pentachloride?
“I have some Phosphorus PentaChloride. I have decided not to turn bad. Someone who digs up old bottles dropped it in. (I forget who). I need to get rid of …
Fungal infections: tinea pedis and onychomycosis
Community pharmacists play a pivotal role in supporting patients with fungal infections through identifying the infection and providing antifungal treatments and support. By Leanne Waterson BSc (UNSW) Learning objectives After …
Undervaccination in adults a key concern: MJA
While focus has primarily been on children and the vociferous anti-vaccination lobby, a large proportion of adolescent and adult Australians still remain undervaccinated In an article published in the Medical Journal …
The path to excellence
Never before has there been so much competition, price sensitivity or low levels of customer loyalty, says Linda Miller Now is a time of both danger and opportunity. For the …
Painkillers like ibuprofen can increase the risk of heart disease and should be restricted
Painkillers like ibuprofen can increase the risk of heart disease and should be restricted Michael Stokes, University of Adelaide and Peter Psaltis, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute Medications …
The week in review
Flu vaccination rolled out, pregnancy tests recalled… We take a look back at the week in pharmacy This week, there was good news for pharmacists who have been providing vaccination …
Fullife project to reduce maternal deaths
The Fullife Foundation recently built two facilities in Ethiopia which will help reduce maternal deaths “We have built two maternal waiting rooms (through World Vision) in Samre, Ethiopia that will …