Four Corners story sparks controversy and conversation
What members of the Twitterati had to say about the #4corners story on CMs Pharmacists respond… Surprisingly it was hospital pharmacists who raised the loudest cry against non-evidence-based complementary medicines, pointing …
Aussie cardiologist defends CMs
Well-known cardiologist and author Dr Ross Walker hits back against “attack on complementary medicines” In an article for Healthcare in America, the Sydney-based Dr Walker says of the Four Corners …
The lessons we can learn from students
Pharmacy needs to engage with, and learn from, its future health professionals, writes Angelo Pricolo It was a privilege to have the opportunity to address the National Australian Pharmacy Students …
Call for input on CM regulatory reforms
Amid a tense week for CMs in Australia, the TGA has called for contributions on reforms to their regulatory framework The Sansom Review made 19 recommendations to improve the regulatory …
OK for pharmacy to sell CMs: ASMI, CMA
ASMI and Complementary Medicines Australia both believe that it’s entirely appropriate for pharmacies to sell CMs Following last night’s 4 Corners episode, Swallowing It, CMA’s Carl Gibson told the AJP …
‘Ice Wars’ message is overblown and unhelpful
‘Ice Wars’ message is overblown and unhelpful Nicole Lee, Curtin University Without doubt, crystal methamphetamine, or ice, is capable of causing immense harm. That’s true for many drugs, including alcohol. …
Pharmacies slammed for stocking CMs
Health stakeholders have taken aim at pharmacists in a Four Corners investigation of complementary medicines Swallowing It, which featured interviews with the King Review chair Professor Stephen King, Chemist Warehouse’s …
Forum: The three questions that every patient should ask their doctor
“Interesting article about the risk of medical treatment. Not once are pharmacists mentioned, despite having the primary role of ensuring that a prescriber is acting appropriately.” Post a comment. Other …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Fall risk and anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation in the elderly Guidelines for managing atrial fibrillation recommend systemic anticoagulation for …
Mystery shoppers reveal pharmacy’s issue with CMs
A CHOICE study published on Monday reveals what happened after the consumer advocacy group deployed mystery shoppers to the prescription counters of 240 pharmacies across Australia CHOICE commissioned a mystery …
Vitamins, vending machines… has it all gone too far?
While the issue of CMs in pharmacy is currently being debated, some experts believe selling the product in vending machines goes “beyond the pale” A group called Vitamin Warehouse has …
Guild backs safe injecting facility call
A coalition of health professionals and community leaders, including the Pharmacy Guild, have backed Sex Party leader Fiona Patten’s bid for a safe injecting facility trial Ms Patten has called …