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The risks of practising uninsured
A doctor has received disciplinary action for practising without appropriate professional indemnity insurance, in a case which one stakeholder said highlights an issue relevant to all health practitioners The Medical …
‘Atropt 1% should not be supplied.’
Despite previously warning its pharmacist members about an error with atropine eye drops, PDL says it continues to receive incident reports about the problem In its latest practice alert for …
‘They feel powerless.’
More than 60% of health workers have experienced poor mental health due to work, a new survey has found – and pharmacists are no exception A new report by the …
Position vacant
PDL are looking for applications from pharmacists interested in a Professional Officer role PDL are seeking a Professional Officer to provide member support and advice in the event of a …
Prescriber details: no small matter
A pharmacy’s dispensing history was once a closed loop within the pharmacy walls… however today, with the advent of My Health Record and real time monitoring, the situation is very …
Concentration confusion
PDL has issued guidance on the difference between milligrams and millilitres – especially regarding doses for children during the cold season, as well as methadone “The colder weather sees a …
Helping the profession
The NSW/ACT branch of PDL is seeking a pharmacist interested in joining its Local Advisory Committee Pharmaceutical Defence Limited (PDL) Local Advisory Committees are established throughout Australia to help meet …
Staged supply
PDL has issued guidance on staged supply… including that pharmacists should set rules early The provision of medicines via a staged supply process is common practice in many pharmacies. While …
When yes means no
What error makes up 10% of incidents reported to PDL? PDL has advised on incidents in which medication is provided to the wrong patient – a type of incident which …
Don’t risk working without cover
Today is April 30, the deadline for pharmacists to renew their professional liabilities insurance cover PDL is urging its members and other pharmacists to ensure that they have organised their …
Flu vaccine pitfalls
The most common reason pharmacists are reported over flu vaccination is regarding the age of the recipient, says PDL In its latest practice alert, PDL has taken a look at …
When can I access My Health Record?
PDL has issued guidance on the use of My Health Record, including on privacy, consent and emergency access With the participation rate in MHR ranked as 90.1% by the Government …