When kids hurt: supporting everyday aches and ongoing pain
From dosing advice and calm reassurance to validation and trusted guidance, pharmacists are vital allies in supporting children’s pain—whether it’s short-lived or persistent From teething toddlers to playground tumbles and …
Staying vaccination ready
Recent incident trends highlight the importance of remaining vigilant when delivering vaccine services in your pharmacy Pharmacists are now an established and trusted part of Australia’s immunisation landscape. As the …
Keeping you informed about treating and managing pain
Welcome to our annual update on the latest treatments and advice in pain management A year is a long time in every aspect of pharmacy. The pain category is no …
The smart road to vehicle tax deductions
Pharmacy owners looking to acquire a vehicle for their business need to consider their options and what tax consequences it will have for the business, Peak Strategies accountant manager, Marcus …
A joint effort: improving outcomes for people with rheumatoid arthritis
While there’s no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, with early diagnosis and the right treatment plan, people can live full and active lives Rheumatoid arthritis is the second most common type …
Understanding stomach pain
Abdominal, or ‘stomach’ pain is a frequent presentation in community practice, with patients often looking for a quick fix rather than a more detailed intervention Abdominal pain is one of …
Getting the right look
The design and layout of the typical community pharmacy has changed over the years. We look through the AJP’s back pages for examples of how this evolution took shape ‘The …
Back to the beginning
We take a look at some articles from the inaugural issue of the Australasian Journal of Pharmacy in January 1886 Cocaine in hayfever One article noted that “Dr G H …
Derm Clinic: Scratching the itch of pruritus
Pharmacists are often the first point of contact for patients with itch. Effective management requires an understanding of its many causes and mechanisms, along with a structured, multimodal approach to …
Local production floated for essential meds
The Middle East war should spark reconsideration of whether we need our own supply – or trusted partnerships – for some medicines, a think tank says The geopolitical landscape has …
Inaugural Hugh and Mary Darragh Scholar named
Wollongong pharmacist’s leadership in quality use of medicines and excellence in disease-state management earn him $10,000 scholarship The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) Foundation has named Mo’men Garybeh as the inaugural recipient …
‘Cultural safety is not an add-on’
Harm prevention, workforce sustainability and culturally safe health care are important areas for Ahpra to focus on, says the Australian Pharmacy Council The Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has welcomed and …