Pharmacist numbers growing: International Pharmaceutical Federation
The number of pharmacists per 10,000 population has grown around the world, according to a new report from the International Pharmaceutical Federation Education Initiative. The publication, “Global pharmacy workforce intelligence: …
Australians ignorant on pneumococcal risk
Implementing an efficient reminder system to prompt Australians aged 65 and above to receive their free pneumococcal vaccination may be pivotal to improving the low 54% vaccination rates among this …
CHF calls for urgent action on waste in health care
Monday night’s Four Corners expose on medical waste should have raised alarm bells for consumers and health professionals alike, says the Consumers Health Forum of Australia. The Forum is calling …
Abbott due credit for community pharmacy friendship: Tambassis
Pharmacy Guild national president George Tambassis has expressed thanks and appreciation to former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, “for his strong and unstinting support of community pharmacy”. “This year, community pharmacy …
New PM means new opportunities: David Quilty
Australia’s new Prime Minister and eight new faces in Federal Cabinet provide opportunities for new thinking and innovative approaches to business including pharmacy, says Guild executive director David Quilty. The …
Health groups plead with Ley on hepatitis C cures
Twenty-seven leading medical associations and health advocacy groups have published an open letter to the Federal Health Minister urging the immediate inclusion of breakthrough hepatitis C cures on the PBS. …
Integrated health care expert Dr Paul Grundy to speak at APP2016
World renowned expert on integrated health care, USA-based Dr Paul Grundy, will speak at the Australian Pharmacy Professional Conference in March 2016. Back by popular demand, this will be Dr …
Pharmacy professional services hamstrung by lack of remuneration
Too many community pharmacies are subsidising pharmacy professional services from their own pockets, according to the International Pharmaceutical Federation. FIP made this statement following its publication today of a new …
Pharmacy must stay relevant, address women’s needs: Carmen Peña
FIP President Carmen Peña has called on pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists around the world to ensure that the profession of pharmacy remains relevant and able to respond effectively to the …
Australian pharmacists feature in international awards
Australian pharmacists Dr Rebekah Moles and Associate Professor Jennifer Marriott were among the 11 pharmacists from eight countries honoured with Fellowships at the opening ceremony of the 75th International Pharmaceutical …
Why consumers need better medicines access
Reshaping Australia’s scheduling environment to improve medicines access is an urgent priority, writes Dr Deon Schoombie. The ageing population and increasing burden of disease pose enormous challenges for continuing to …
Program pays off for Naracoorte Pharmacy
Joining the Pharmacy Choice Incentive Program delivered an increase in retail sales for Naracoorte Pharmacy in South Australia – and will also take owner Alison Richards on the trip of …