What to see at APP?
Part 2 of our series where Kos Sclavos gives the lowdown on his top 20 must see sessions at APP2018 11. It’s not what you say…. (Friday PM) – Join …
Snapshot of the sector
The number of pharmacists in Australia has grown slightly, according to new figures from the Pharmacy Board The National Board has released its quarterly registration data, showing that 30,984 pharmacists …
Safety warning: Fluad
There is a risk to patients with latex allergy related to the use of the trivalent influenza vaccine Fluad, the TGA warns Consumers and health professionals are advised that, for …
Dementia link to inappropriate meds use
Medication use – especially unnecessary or inappropriate medications – increases in newly diagnosed dementia patients, new research has found The international longitudinal study, led by University of Sydney in collaboration …
Clinical tips: Cystic Fibrosis
There is no cure for Cystic Fibrosis, but treatment can slow its progression, writes Louis Roller Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that predominantly affects the lungs, but also the pancreas, liver, kidneys, and intestine. Long-term issues …
Pharmacist loses 3-year defamation court battle
A WA pharmacist has lost Federal Court proceedings against AHPRA and the Pharmacy Board, in which he claimed they had published defamatory statements about him The pharmacist had been convicted …
Medicine reforms ‘good news’: ASMI CEO
Recent medicine reforms, in particular those for complementary medicines, make manufacturers more accountable for product claims, writes Deon Schoombie Complementary medicines are regulated as medicines under the Therapeutic Goods Act …
API sees profit slump
Half-year results show a 14.4% drop in reported net profit, which API says is primarily due to challenging retail conditions For the half year ending 28 February 2018, Australian Pharmaceutical …
What to see at APP
Kos Sclavos gives the lowdown on his top 20 must see sessions at APP2018 (part 1) 1. Key Note Address by The Hon Greg Hunt MP Minister for Health and …
Jail for ‘disturbing’ petrol attack on pharmacist
A man has been sentenced to seven years’ jail after he threw petrol on a pharmacist and threatened to burn him Fairfax media reports that Kepa Kemp, a former disability …
The ‘three Cs’ that prevent flu vaccination
A new study by the Immunisation Coalition has shown that less than half of Australian adults plan to get a flu shot this year… and convenience is a factor The …
Pain a focus at TWC Masterclass
In in-depth discussion on managing chronic pain was a highlight of the TerryWhite Chemmart fourth annual Masterclass More than 400 pharmacists and pharmacy professionals from across the TerryWhite Chemmart network …