Changing the dates
SHPA says ‘safety and certainty’ behind the delayed timing of Medicines Management 2021 The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) has announced Medicines Management 2021, the 46th SHPA National …
‘It is imperative that this age group is protected.’
Pharmacies are set to begin giving the Moderna vaccine, as the TGA provisionally approves it for 12-year-olds and up Over the weekend the Therapeutic Goods Administration announced that it had …
The week in review
Issues to do with the COVID-19 pandemic continued to dominate the headlines this week This week the AJP looked at controversial topics to do with COVID-19: the fact that Australian …
Clinical Tips: Mental health during COVID
Are lockdowns really hurting our mental health? Carlene McMaugh takes a look… The impact of COVID, and the measures needed to rid ourselves of the pandemic, have contributed to many …
Fines up to $20k for vaccine non-compliance
WA hospital pharmacists are among those who will be expected to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 It will soon be mandatory for Western Australian health workers to be fully vaccinated …
Extending the date
TGA issues guidance on post-expiry date usage of shortage-impacted treatment The Therapeutic Goods Administration says tocilizumab vials continue to be stable for a further six months past their labelled expiry …
Forged scripts dispensed at nurse’s own hospital pharmacy
A nurse’s attempt to misappropriate oxycodone was foiled by a patient who wanted to see her medication before discharge A nurse has been found guilty of professional misconduct and found …
Brushing up on oral health
Tooth decay, oral cancer and gum disease are among the many oral health problems that can be prevented by pharmacists In 2018, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and Australian Health …
Five five-star reviews
Guardian has been named the winner of Canstar Blue’s Most Satisfied Customer Award Canstar has ranked 14 pharmacy banner groups on criteria including service and advice, availability of pharmacists, prescription …
Uptick in vaccine-related incidents
Heads-up to pharmacists after errors see COVID-19 AstraZeneca vaccinations inadvertently administered to people expecting Pfizer or flu shots, or to underage patients Community pharmacists have been reminded of their responsibilities …
Food Rules!
Angelo Pricolo muses about the nexus between food and health… and where the rules are different When I travelled to Italy with the family pre-COVID-19 in 2019 (sounds funny…) I …
Post-pandemic recovery challenges and resilience
Chemists’ Own is partnering with Mental Health Foundation Australia to promote better mental health in local communities The brand says it will support Mental Health Foundation Australia on its annual …