Pharmacist suspended after he ‘inherited an inadequate system’
A pharmacist had no experience with residential aged care facilities, and received no training in supplying them, when he suddenly had to manage a 450-patient-per-week DAA contract – with insufficient …
Docs call for top-up to GP pharmacist funding
The RACGP is calling on the federal government to offer more support for pharmacists in GP surgeries “It’s vital that practices are supported to grow and employ more nurses, nurse …
Pharmacists cutting back on own medicines
Pharmacists are working more and spending less in order to try and make ends meet, our poll reveals The cost of living crisis continues to hit Australians hard, whether it’s …
Peak bodies urged to unite on prescriber courses
Australia’s major pharmacy organisations are being urged “to take assertive steps” to implement pharmacist prescribing courses, a pharmacist says Peak bodies including the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA), the Society …
TGA issues Bull Blood warning
Imported “male enhancement supplement” poses safety risk to patients, regulator warns Consumers using a supplement branded as Bull Blood tablets are being urged to stop taking it and hand over …
Rally canned as CAPS shifts focus to by-elections
Advocacy group aims to weaponise white coats to secure fair 8CPA Pharmacists in electorates heading into federal by-elections are being urged to harness the power of their white coats to …
The sun and medicines
Photosensitivity, or sun sensitivity, is inflammation of the skin induced by the combination of sunlight and certain medications or substances. This causes redness (erythema) of the skin and may look …
Dementia: communities matter
The right support at the right time can enable people with dementia to maintain their independence and functional capacity for as long as possible. By Associate Professor Michael Woodward AM, …
Oral and oesophageal candidiasis
Pharmacists can play an important role in the management of candidiasis in particular populations that have regular interaction with the pharmacy, such as patients using steroid inhalers, taking immunosuppressants or …
Conversations on anticoagulants
Ensuring adequate anticoagulation is important to reduce the risk of strokes related to atrial fibrillation. A patient-centred approach should be taken to decide the appropriate oral anticoagulant therapy. By Debbie …
Viral hepatitis
By understanding the various subtypes of hepatitis and the latest treatments available, pharmacists have a key role in educating, counselling and the ongoing management of patients with hepatitis. By Dr …
Complementary and alternative medicines for bladder control
Complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are increasingly researched for bladder control and provide an option for conservative management or when other treatments have been unsuccessful. This article explores common bladder …