The week in review
All eyes were on Queensland this week, as the war heated up between pharmacists keen on full scope of practice and other health groups The Pharmacy Guild’s Queensland branch accused …
The best advice
Here’s a snapshot of some of the key business advice sessions coming up at APP2022 It’s now less than a month till APP2022 kicks off on the Gold Coast. Here’s …
CWH accused of underpayment
Chemist Warehouse workers say they’ve been underpaid over summer, and that the discount giant has run into payroll difficulty VICE has spoken to retail workers at Chemist Warehouse who say …
Pharmacy in space
Does astropharmacy have a place in the future of the profession, and what can pharmacy bring to space exploration? While Australian pharmacists are currently spreading their scope of practice further …
GP attacks becoming ‘unhinged:’ Guild
A former pharmacist claims the Queensland “full scope” pilot is “riddled with risks,” as the Guild hits back, saying GPs are being controlling The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners …
Question time
AJP will be presenting a harm minimisation panel discussion during APP2022, and we’re inviting you to ask questions We’re pleased to reveal an exciting new initiative that will take place …
Clinical tips: Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Louis Roller takes an in-depth look at a common type of skin cancer Basal cells are one of the three main types of cells of the epidermis of the skin. …
Dry eye: a holistic approach to prevention and management in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic
In this two-part podcast, our expert panel discuss the signs and symptoms of dry eye, its causes and potential risks, including the emergence of ‘quarantine dry eye’ and ‘mask associated …
Six kinds of self-care
FIP has offered new guidance for pharmacists on supporting self-care Guidance for pharmacists on supporting self-care in six areas — sore throat, gastrointestinal complaints, musculoskeletal pain, fever in children, sexual …
New RTM for the ACT
Canberra’s new prescription monitoring system will help address an “unnerving” problem, say pharmacists The ACT Government has announced the launch of Canberra Script, a real time prescription monitoring system which …
Govt ‘out of excuses’ on vax pay
Pharmacists have welcomed the TGA’s provisional approval of the Moderna vaccine for children aged six and up – but are calling for an end to the “insulting” pay gap Health …
Are more of your patients skipping their scripts?
Earlier this week, the Guild said more patients can’t afford their scripts. We’d like to hear about your experience The financial outlook for 2022 is changing, with interest rates tipped …