The synergism between calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K2 for healthy bones and cardiovascular system
The synergistic action of calcium, vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 is essential for maintaining both optimal bone mineral density and cardiovascular health. Pharmacist Brett MacFarlane explains why. By Dr Brett …
Type 2 diabetes in older people living in the community
The management of diabetes in older people presents unique challenges due to multiple factors including comorbidities, polypharmacy, frailty, and age-related physiological changes. By Dr Jenny Gowan AM, PhD, Grad Dip …
Coughs and colds: educating customers on self-care
Coughs and colds are an ideal opportunity for pharmacists to empower customers to practise self-care and educate on the appropriate use of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, writes Leanne Philpott KEY POINTS: …
COVID variant prompts vaccine calls
Pharmacists are being reminded to talk to patients about free COVID jabs, as a new variant’s transmissibility sparks worry Health authorities are calling for vulnerable Australians to get vaccinated against …
‘It has been a very rewarding experience professionally’
Pharmacy owners keen to continue expanded scope services despite costs Improving community access to healthcare and job satisfaction are the top motivators for pharmacists to continue providing expanded scope of …
Environment and health expert keynote announced
Global public health leader announced as MM2025 keynote speaker International expert in environment and health Dr Sandro Demaio will lead the second MM2025 plenary in Melbourne this November, Advanced Pharmacy …
Triple therapy for asthma reviewed
Does single inhaler triple therapy pose a potential quality use of medicines issue? At its April 2025 meeting, the Drug Utilisation Sub-Committee reviewed the utilisation of several single inhaler therapies …
New PSA presidents elected
The PSA has welcomed two new leaders in Victoria and the ACT The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has welcomed the election of Atinuke ‘Tinu’ Abraham to lead its Victorian …
The week in review
CWH families shoot up the “Rich List”, mooted changes to Queensland ownership rules, pharmacists “living week-to-week” and the push for higher pay to match scope were among our top stories …
Gance and Verrocchi families soar up ‘rich list’
Chemist Warehouse founders among Australia’s top 20 richest families, the Australian Financial Review reports Sigma Healthcare’s merger with Chemist Warehouse has seen the wealth of the discounter’s founders soar in the …
Healthscope landlord soars on rent deal
One of David Di Pilla’s funds shot up this week after it agreed to push back part of the rent due on 11 hospitals Di Pilla’s HealthCo Health and Wellness …
First pharmacy graduates earn ‘Doctor of Pharmacy’ title
Charles Darwin University pharmacy graduates have become the first in Australia to be awarded the title of ‘Doctor of Pharmacy’ This follows accreditation changes announced by the Federal Government in …