Influenza in the young and the old
The seasonal virus hits hard for those at each end of life’s spectrum. We look at vaccination and care tips for some of those most vulnerable to severe disease KEY …
Demand for pharmacy businesses remains high
Survey results show optimism about expected increases in pharmacy business prices over the next 12 months, Attain Business Brokers director, Natalie Sirianni says Data from the latest Attain Pharmacy Market …
Weathering the season: A guide to winter skin
Community pharmacy is uniquely positioned to intervene early in winter skin conditions, offering accessible, appointment-free care with a therapeutic range spanning lifestyle advice through to Schedule 3 products, writes Jala …
Drug absorption and first pass metabolism
Back to Basics with Peter Carroll The aim of this series of articles is to revisit and discuss some fundamental pharmacological, physiological and therapeutic concepts with the overall objective of …
Herpes zoster (shingles) and its management: an update
Early diagnosis and management are central to the treatment of herpes zoster, commonly called shingles. Pharmacists need to know the symptoms, risk factors, those who are vulnerable and possible complications. …
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)
MASLD is a highly prevalent, multifactorial disease with significant implications for medication management. Pharmacist-led medication reviews are essential to improving clinical outcomes, reducing adverse events, and supporting integrated care. By …
Managing risk in staged supply services
USING THE PDL RISK MANAGEMENT GUIDE FOR PHARMACISTS This series introduces pharmacists to the PDL Risk Management Guide for Pharmacists, and how it can be used in everyday pharmacy practice …
Ankylosing spondylitis: an overview
Pharmacists are uniquely positioned to contribute to earlier identification, improved medication management, and enhanced outcomes for patients living with ankylosing spondylitis. By Zaheeda Patel BPharm, AACPA, MACP Learning outcomes After …
‘Long tail’: Flu season concerns prompt vax push
Pharmacists are being placed at the centre of campaigns to encourage flu vaccination ahead the season’s peak Insights from the Northern Hemisphere indicate this year’s flu season could be longer, …
An authentic voice for the profession
Kelly Abbott has been named the 2026 MIMS Consultant Pharmacist of the Year This year’s leading credentialed pharmacist has urged her colleagues to share what they do with the general …
GBMA chief steps down
Departing GBMA chief executive lauded for strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to improving medicines affordability After eight years at the helm of the Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Association (GBMA), Marnie …