Improving gout management one step at a time

Gout is a chronic arthritis associated with significant pain, joint damage and reduced quality of life. However, it can be effectively treated and its complications prevented with adherence to lifelong ULT using a treat-to-target approach.

Aspirin not beneficial in primary prevention of CVD for those over...

A seven-year international study has found aspirin is not beneficial in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease for those aged over 70. The ASPREE (ASPirin...

What changes can pharmacists expect from the revised NMP?

The Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Mark Butler released an updated National Medicines Policy just in time for Christmas.

Pharmacists vaccinate Australia’s youth

Spikevax arrived in pharmacies across Australia this week, with some already administering the new vaccine to patients. 

Active ingredient prescribing arrives

With active ingredient prescribing coming into effect next month, Australian Pharmacist looks at how to prepare your practice and patients for the change.

Pharmacists’ role in dementia care

Dementia Australia recently called for shared responsibility between healthcare professionals and aged care organisations in the care of people living with dementia. But where...