Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Omega-3 supplementation and cardiovascular disease Meta-analysis of 17 RCTs shows no association between dose-specific omega-3 supplementation and CVD outcomes. …
Doctor couldn’t say ‘no’
A pharmacist tipped off police when presented with a script that raised suspicions – sparking an investigation into a doctor who had been prescribing drugs for sex workers he hired …
‘We can’t wait to be part of the magic.’
Even during the COVID-19 crisis, a year without the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant would be “unthinkable,” says one stakeholder For 88 years the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant has welcomed Father …
Pharmacists needed more than ever after COVID
One of the world’s leading pharmacists has said that he’s never felt prouder to be a member of the profession At a time of great uncertainty and emergency, the pharmacy …
Poll: What is your COVID safety plan?
A pharmacist that recently found out her pharmacy was visited by someone infected with COVID-19 has urged colleagues to get serious about their safety plans Caroline Diamantis, proprietor of Balmain …
The top ten
What were our ten most read stories over the last month? Crime, COVID-related issues and a clinical story were dominating the news for our readers over the last 30 days. …
The week in review
COVID-19, vaccination and downscheduling all made the headlines in pharmacy this week COVID-19 continues to dominate the news, with two more Victorian pharmacists diagnosed with the illness… bringing the total …
The pandemic problem
The last couple of months have seen a resurgence of the coronavirus in Australia, with Victoria forced into a lockdown of unprecedented severity. What impact have recent developments had on …
‘Commendable commitment’ to dealing with health challenges
A young pharmacist has been cautioned for dispensing Duromine and diazepam to herself without a prescription, but applauded for her diligence in getting help The pharmacist, who is qualified but …
‘Genuine questions’ asked about lockdown
Victoria’s COVID response has shown that the state bureaucracy does not understand pharmacy, says one stakeholder, as a new survey reveals health professional attitudes to the state’s COVID-19 strategy Research …
Many landlords not passing on support measures
WA has extended its COVID-19 commercial tenancy laws – but one pharmacy stakeholder warns that many landlords are telling pharmacies to “take it or leave it” State Commerce Minister John …
Queensland reflects on an unprecedented year
Queensland will only be able to quickly and safely vaccinate against COVID-19 with the help of community pharmacy, says the state health minister Queensland Parliamentarians congratulated the state’s community pharmacists …