State to legislate for S4-only vapes
Tasmania to implement tough vaping laws in response to federal government’s “watered down” reforms Legislation is set to go before the Tasmanian parliament ensuring e-cigarettes can only be supplied by …
Chemist Warehouse takes jabs to pollies
Discounter runs pop-up immunisation clinic at state parliament to highlight value of access to workplace vaccination services Chemist Warehouse pharmacist immuniser, Paula Zervas, administered pertussis vaccines to lawmakers and parliamentary …
Diabetes in older persons
The increasing prevalence of type 2 diabetes among older persons highlights the need for pharmacists conducting medication reviews to remain up to date with shifting evidence and guidelines. By Debbie …
Atopic dermatitis
The recent addition of advanced therapies, monoclonal antibodies and Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors is changing the management and improving long-term outcomes for people living with atopic dermatitis. This article looks …
Pharmacists on the frontline: effective sun protection and skin cancer prevention
This article delves into the critical role of sun protection, with a special focus on sensitive skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and rosacea, and for patients on medications that …
First- and second-generation antihistamines and their physicochemical properties
This article explores the pathophysiology of allergic rhinitis (AR) and urticaria, focusing on oral antihistamine treatment and their physicochemical properties. It compares first- and second-generation options, highlighting their lipophilicity blood–brain …
The week in review
Legislative changes to employee rights, and pharmacists’ scope of practice captured the headlines in the week, before focus shifted to the impact of drug overdoses on Australians The week started …
‘Thank you’: How I saved a patient’s life with naloxone
Pharmacist and owner Amy Ford shares her story for International Overdose Awareness Day I am the owner of Hope Island 7 Day Amcal Chemist and have been a pharmacist and …
Epigenetics and immune health
The immune system serves as the body’s first line of defence. We investigate some of the latest research findings on immune health Our highly complex immune system is regulated by …
Looking into the vaping circus
Vaping, medicinal cannabis and more: a look at the highlights from the upcoming harm minimisation stream at Pharmacy Connect Not since the movement of codeine from an over-the-counter product to …
Ramsay Health Care flags wage concerns
Pharmacy delivers growth for Ramsay Health Care in 2024, but the next 12 months are unlikely to be smooth sailing Private health and pharmacy operator Ramsay Health Care has increased …
Emergence of nitazenes highlights need for Take Home Naloxone
Pharmacies are being urged to stock naloxone to help combat opioid overdose risks Increasing cases of nitazenes being detected in Australia highlights the important role community pharmacies play in providing …