Debbie Rigby
A woman of influence
In the final of a series of interviews with the top five of our list of 10 Women of Influence in pharmacy, we speak to consultant pharmacist Debbie Rigby 1. …
Meds mistakes “common” in nursing homes
What can be done to reduce medication errors and inappropriate prescriptions among residents? A systematic review conducted by Monash University researchers and published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics …
Should pharmacists be allowed to prescribe?
The industry is split down the middle when it comes to pharmacists taking on the role of prescriber Professor Lisa Nissen brought up the topic of pharmacist prescribing at this …
HMR barriers hamper deprescribing
Deprescribing push being held back by low HMR uptake, experts say While a range of studies and expert opinions have emphasised the vital role of deprescribing in elderly patients, it …
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby covers the latest research relevant to pharmacists Comparative assessment of onabotulinumtoxinA and mirabegron for overactive bladder This study represents the first evaluation of the relative benefits of onabotulinumtoxinA …
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby presents her weekly round-up of the latest clinical research relevant to community pharmacy Comparative assessment of onabotulinumtoxinA and mirabegron for overactive bladder This study represents the first evaluation …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby presents the latest clinical findings that pharmacists need to know Identification of factors involved in medication compliance: incorrect inhaler technique of asthma treatment leads to poor compliance A …