Free influenza vaccine update
Four Australian jurisdictions enacted a free influenza vaccine program for patients 6 months and over this month, to stave off rising rates of the virus.
Curbing the spread as mpox cases skyrocket
Mpox cases are surging both in Australia and around the world. An expert reveals how pharmacists can address the rising spread.
Tasmania top spot in pharmacy student showdown
Haylee Shaw was crowned 2022 Vitaris Pharmacy student of the Year after winning the thrilling clinical competition at PSA22.
Could domestic manufacturing fix our medicine shortage problems?
With medicine shortages set to be an issue for the foreseeable future, local medicines manufacturing could be the way forward.
Minor Ailments Schemes: Pharmacy’s next major focus?
The implementation of a Minor Ailments Scheme (MAS) has major support in Australian pharmacy. Here’s why it’s needed – and how it’s going to...
Shocking health hazards of vaping for young people
The TGA vows to take action on illegal use and sale of nicotine vaping products as significant health harms for young people were announced.
