Amcal
‘Impossible to predict’ how demand will unfold
Uncertainty thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic means Sigma won’t give full guidance as to earnings, but the wholesaler has achieved “outstanding” results, it says In a statement to the ASX …
Sigma conference postponed
Sigma Healthcare has announced that it has postponed its Amcal and Guardian conference, which had been scheduled for next week In a decision that Sigma describes as “prudent” in a …
Preparing for the e-script future
Amcal has launched an Amcal app with the aim of providing a seamless customer experience The banner group says that the app allows patients to fulfil their prescription needs, while …
Staying on top of pollen
Amcal has moved to help Australians stay informed about the day’s pollen count, in a bid to address hayfever Amcal Pharmacy says it is on a mission to help alleviate …
Pharmacy services flagging high-risk patients
Amcal and Guardian have reported a record rise in high-risk patients screened and identified for subsequent medical referrals This signals the importance of sleep and heart health screening services, the …
Jack Perkins to keep diabetes awareness momentum
After its successful 2018 campaign, Amcal Pharmacy has announced it has teamed up with Mobil 1 MEGA Racing Supercars driver Jack Perkins for another term. Last year saw Mr Perkins …
Can we safeguard pharmacy’s future?
With significant concerns around what the future holds for the profession, what can be done? asks Marc Clavin With evolving customer relationship technology and a growing consumer demand for accessible …
Preventing dependence
Amcal and ScriptWise have teamed up to educate the public about opioid and benzodiazepine medications May is Medication Dependence Prevention Month, an awareness campaign undertaken by the non-profit ScriptWise. Along …
Amcal unveils new format
Amcal and Guardian have named their top pharmacies, as well as two new initiatives At their conference on the Gold Coast, the two brands also announced a range of winning …
Stop, collaborate and listen
Healthcare works best when it’s trusted, available and collaborative, writes Marc Clavin Accessible healthcare is, at any level, the foundation of our Australian communities. That said, accessibility is not the …
Supercars champ helps people with diabetes
Amcal General Manager Brian Tomlin has praised Supercars driver Jack Perkins for helping to destigmatise diabetes Mr Perkins has also helped encourage those with the condition to live without embarrassment …
Sleep service a success
Amcal and Guardian pharmacies have hailed the first six months of their national sleep apnoea program a success The announcement follows a significant lift in program uptake and specialist referrals. …