A potentially costly missed conception
Most pharmacists may be aware that there is a current shortage of Clomiphene 75mg, a drug used for anovulatory infertility Due to this shortage, we have seen several reports where …
Clinical tips: lung health
Here are a few thoughts on optimising lung health, writes Ben Basger We know that cognitive and physical impairment (such as manual dexterity, visual issues and the inspiratory force able …
New trial to investigate GP-pharmacist collaboration
Research team will be trialling non-dispensing pharmacists embedded within 14 medical centres Principal investigator Dr Chris Freeman, from the University of Queensland’s School of Pharmacy, has launched a new trial to investigate …
PSA to continue to recognise Advanced Practice Pharmacists
Strong support will continue for Advanced Practice Pharmacists to ensure excellence in pharmacist care and deliver better health outcomes, says PSA in reiterating its support for Advanced Practice Pharmacists. This …
Choosing Wisely questions more tests
The latest recommendations from Australia’s medical experts on the screening, testing and treatment of a range of common health conditions have today been released under the Choosing Wisely Australia initiative. …
McBride highlights infrastructure, social inequality in maiden speech
Pharmacist and Labor Member for Dobell Emma McBride has used her work at Wyong Hospital and ties with the community to highlight the issues of unemployment, poor infrastructure and social …
Guild Pharmacy Academy offers goat’s milk formula course
The Guild Pharmacy Academy now offers a special course, titled Goat’s Milk Formula, which outlines the important role that pharmacists have in discussing infant feeding issues and supporting breastfeeding in …
Oncology pharmacist shines at Telstra Business Woman awards
Oncology pharmacist Julie Adams has been named 2016 Telstra Western Australian Business Woman of the Year. Adams was recognised for her business, chemo@home, which offers patients the convenience and flexibility …
Debate highlights workload problem: PPA
A lively debate between the PSA and SHPA earlier this week is a good reminder that pharmacy working conditions matter to patient care whatever the setting, says union spokesperson PPA’s Matt …
Weekly Dose: aspirin, the pain and fever reliever that prevents heart attacks, strokes and maybe cancer
Weekly Dose: aspirin, the pain and fever reliever that prevents heart attacks, strokes and maybe cancer Andrew Tonkin, Monash University Aspirin is, like ibuprofen and Voltaren (diclofenac), a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory …
APC ends National Credentialing of Advanced Practice Pharmacists
The governing body of the Australian Pharmacy Council has ended the National Credentialing of Advanced Practice Pharmacists citing program sustainability issues APC President, Debra Rowett PSM, says while the APC …
Business bites: blood and cuts
How do PBS price cuts resemble the impact of a particularly nasty shave? And how can you minimise the damage? Bruce Annabel & Mal Scrymgeour explain Shaving cuts are a …