Winter of discontent
Why is there a shortage and exodus of pharmacists? Our readers give us their views We recently reported on comments made by a community pharmacist to a mainstream media outlet …
‘Coercion not consent’ behind GP complaints over pharmacy pilot
Pharmacy Guild fires back over RACGP criticisms over scope of practice pilot, calling it a ‘Rip Van Winkle moment’ that’s about control The Queensland branch of the Pharmacy Guild of …
Making mistakes in a safe environment
Dispensing software, designed by Monash pharmacy educators, has experienced exponential growth due to the pandemic MyDispense, designed by Monash Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences educators specifically for pharmacy students, …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest news in research Hormonal contraception and mood disorders Hormonal contraception is known to precipitate or perpetuate depression in some patients. The link …
In need of a solution
The groundswell of opinion indicates that community pharmacy has an image problem among students We’ve received a large number of comments on our recent article ‘Why pharmacists are leaving the …
Six year sentence for fraudulent pharmacist
A former pharmacist has been found guilty of conspiring to defraud taxpayers of more than $19 million A former NSW pharmacist has been sentenced to more than six years’ imprisonment …
Groundbreaking contributions recognised
Geriatric therapeutics and GP pharmacy pioneer wins Consultant Pharmacist of the Year award Melbourne-based accredited pharmacist Robyn Saunders was named as winner of the 2022 AACP MIMS Consultant Pharmacist of …
Considering ownership
You’re considering getting into ownership, but where do you start. John Thornett has some tips to consider The most common entry point for pharmacists into the world of business ownership …
The week in review
A pay rise for pharmacists relying on the award, more talk of abuse against pharmacists and a brand new leader for the PSA all made news this week The battle …
‘Shocking statement’ on trust from jailed pharmacist
A British pharmacist wanted to be “the best pharmacist recognised by all” and change the fortunes of a struggling store – and then sold Zolpidem on the black market The …
Winter ills
While cough and cold medicines can be selected off the shelf, a key mistake customers make is believing they are safe in all circumstances The cold is the most widespread …
The focus of inspections
The Victorian Pharmacy Authority has told pharmacy owners what they will be looking for in upcoming inspections In its latest circular, the VPA has reminded proprietors that the Victorian Pharmacy …