PSA launches online CPD Planning Tool
A new, easy-to-use online CPD Planning Tool for pharmacists has been launched by PSA.The intuitive CPD tool – developed and extensively tested by PSA – is free for members and …
My Health Record hits 4 million subscribers
The number of registered people equals 17% of all Australians, says Health Minister Sussan LeyLey says following the re-launch of the My Health Record in February, there has been a …
There’s life beyond pharmacy’s walls
Despite the gloom settling over the pharmacy sector, there’s actually more opportunities out there than ever, writes Karalyn HuxhagenOpportunities for those of us pharmacists of a more mature age appear …
HMR caps still a concern
The issue of funding caps on the HMR and RMMR programs has again raised its head during a discussion of professional service trials.In a panel discussion at the recent PSA16 …
Price reduction for combinations
A range of combination medicines are due to experience price cuts in the 1 October round of price disclosure measures.The newly advised cuts will affect combination drugs due to experience …
Sore throat and sinusitis, and the few benefits of antibiotics
A new analysis of the evidence suggests antibiotics have very few benefits for treating sore throat and acute sinusitis.Both conditions are common reasons for visits to GPs.Chris Del Mar, Professor …
Sending sick staff home may spread disease faster
It’s become a common-sense policy suggested by health stakeholders the world over: stay home when you’re sick, to avoid spreading infection.But during an epidemic of infectious diseases such as flu, …
New online Indigenous Lung Health Checklist launched
Lung Foundation Australia in collaboration with the Queensland Government’s Indigenous Respiratory Outreach Care Program have developed the first ever Australia-wide Lung Health Checklist specifically for the Indigenous community.The Checklist takes …
Tim Kelsey to head Digital Health Agency
Tim Kelsey has been appointed as the CEO of the Australian Digital Health Agency, which is responsible for all national digital health services and systems, with a focus on engagement, …
NSW doctors can prescribe more cannabis-based medicines
Doctors in NSW will now be able to apply to prescribe a broader range of cannabis-based medicines as a result of NSW Government regulatory changes.Premier Mike Baird said yesterday that …
Health Check: should we be using alcohol-based hand sanitisers?
Health Check: should we be using alcohol-based hand sanitisers?Mary-Louise McLaws, UNSW AustraliaThey’re everywhere in hospitals, travellers’ backpacks and the aisles of pharmacies in winter, but do we really need to …
Chemist Warehouse extends basketball partnership
Chemist Warehouse has extended its partnership of the National Basketball League until 2018.Chemist Warehouse is the Official Health and Beauty Retailer of the NBL and will be the naming rights …