Australian Pharmacist

Two pharmacists share safety risks averted by using every DAA packing check as a mini-medicine review.

Bridgette Mackley MPS is a community pharmacist in Coffs Harbour, NSW, and PSA’s NSW Intern of the Year.

Heart failure remains a significant health burden, but modern medicines, particularly SGLT2is, can offer significant benefits. Pharmacists play a pivotal role in optimising therapy, ensuring adherence, and providing education to patients.

The PSA has provided a blueprint to help Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers improve primary care and enhance medicine safety for all Australians.

With ever-widening scope, pharmacists now have lots of opportunities to try different career directions and enjoy a purposeful professional life.

This month Amanda Fairjones, Professional Support Advisor, and Peter Guthrey, Senior Pharmacist answer your questions about COVID-19 vaccine requirements and the new nicotine vaping guidelines.