Pharmacists displaced by border closures

With fresh COVID-19 outbreaks in several states, pharmacists and patients alike have found themselves unable to return home after the holiday break.

Victoria’s SafeScript means changes for pharmacists

Community pharmacists in Victoria have less than three months to ensure they have an active connection with a Prescription Exchange Service (PES), so they...

Reforming Australian mental health care – pharmacists’ roles

Mental health and substance use disorders are among the five leading causes of disease burden in Australia. What role can pharmacists play?

How the Curies’ discovery of radium went radioactive

Medical and cosmetic treatments, luminescent devices, even sex aids soon hit the market after the discovery of radium.

Pharmacists and natural disasters

Pharmacies play a vital role in supporting communities during natural disasters, but just how well prepared are pharmacists and staff for a devastating event? Emmanuel...

Facing the future of pharmacy

Pharmacists in Australia are now predominantly young and female, with 5–10 years’ experience and moving into leadership roles at a rate not previously seen in the profession.