System ‘doesn’t address the root cause of shortages:’ Twomey
Pharmacists have agreed with doctors that Australia needs to address its “reactive” approach to medicines shortages The Australian Medical Association has made a submission to the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s proposed …
Non-pharmacy Priceline stores set for rebrand
Wesfarmers Health commences rollout of new beauty and wellness store brand, Atomica, to replace non-pharmacy Priceline outlets Retail conglomerate, Wesfarmers looks set to call time on the Priceline brand for …
Wildcard picked
Brielle Geard from the University of Tasmania as the 2025 NAPSA Wildcard Pharmacy Student of the Year, the PSA has announced The announcement took place at the National Australian Pharmacy …
NAB reveals five scams to watch in 2025
NAB has identified AI-driven scams and new evolutions of cryptocurrency investment scams as key trends to watch out for in 2025, according to the bank’s experts NAB Executive, Group Investigations …
Ex-SHPA president to lead new hospital group
The PSA extends its focus on hospital pharmacy with a new community of specialty interest (CSI) Former Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA – now Advanced Pharmacy Australia) president, …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Adverse events caused by cannabinoids in middle aged and older adults for all indications A meta-analysis highlights the potential …
RSV vaccine program a global leader
Butler backs NIP-funded RSV vaccine to cut infant hospitalisation numbers Pharmacists are set to help rollout “the most comprehensive protection program for babies in the world”, when the maternal respiratory …
Shortages prompt script exemption
State government moves to minimise the impact of supply disruptions to methylphenidate modified-release tablets Pharmacists in NSW will be exempt from the requirement to keep a prescription for a range …
The right amount of space
Consult, counselling or clinic rooms- call them what you like – but with the growth of professional services, consultation space needs in pharmacy have changed, say Marta Stybowski and Lisa …
‘We just don’t know what to do. We’re so snookered’
Pharmacist says “notorious antisocial people” and sex offenders in her suburb are frightening away loyal customers, as well as a sales rep A St Kilda pharmacy owner, “Charlotte,” has called …
The week in review
Advances in health were part of the agenda this week, as we looked at scope of practice, the new Autism Strategy and cultural safety Leading consultant pharmacist with a keen …
Going overseas: have your customers considered their travel health needs?
Whether it’s in the form of a travel-health consultation or impromptu advice, pharmacists can assist in the prevention and treatment of travel-related illness and infection, writes Leanne Philpott KEY POINTS: …