COVID-19
QR codes could become ‘flashpoint for customer abuse’
Threats, abuse and violence in and around shops have skyrocketed since the pandemic began, new figures show Data compiled for the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employee’s Association (SDA), which represents …
Mandatory vax orders for Victoria
Pharmacists and pharmacy staff in the state need to receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by this date… The Victorian Government has mandated COVID-19 vaccination for the state’s frontline health …
World news wrapup: 30 September 2021
Pharmacist ‘slagged online’ for months and nurse punched over vaccination fury; UK driver shortage hits medicine supply; US pharmacists burning out Medicine Hat, Alberta: Local pharmacist Greg Bueckert has taken …
The week in review
COVID-19 and measures to limit the spread of infection were yet again in this week’s headlines, including protests against them This week saw a number of protests against regulations such …
‘Becoming an exposure site places huge pressure on a pharmacy.’
The ACT’s Chief Minister has signalled wider use of rapid antigen tests, while pharmacists call for funded tests Chief Minister Andrew Barr told reporters this week that some fully vaccinated …
World news wrapup: 23 September 2021
Pharmacist indicted over alleged drug ring; crackdown on pharmacies without pharmacists; staff arrested over fake COVID-19 vaccination certificates Grosse Point Park, Michigan: A pharmacist has reportedly been charged with dispensing …
Protests an affront to pharmacists: union
The union representing employee pharmacists says this week’s protests against COVID-19 regulations are offensive to its members As Melbourne endures a third day of sometimes violent protests against lockdown measures …
First Qld kids get Moderna jabs
Queensland community pharmacies have begun administering Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations Queensland families, including children aged 12 and over, are now able to more easily access mRNA COVID-19 vaccines with community pharmacies …
Lockdown linked to rise in gestational diabetes
Melbourne lockdowns see gestational diabetes cases rise, while experts warn women are missing out on funded-education and support. COVID lockdowns could be behind an increase seen in the rate of …
The week in review
Vaccination news, regulatory news, and an effective life ban for a GP who tried to kill a pharmacist all made headlines this week The Pharmacy Guild outlined the tranches for …
Poll: How well was the COVID vaccine rollout handled?
As participating community pharmacies start administering Moderna’s COVID-19 jab, we’d like to know your thoughts on the rollout overall It’s now been almost seven months since the first Pfizer vaccines …
Hospital pharmacists urge worker protection
As Australia hits a new vaccine milestone, SHPA has added its voice to calls for mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for all hospital workers The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia is …