Deprescribing in aged care

Deprescribing antipsychotics can be a tricky task. AP talks to four pharmacists who have mastered the art.

What pharmacists need to know about nicotine vaping products

Strict legal requirements to dispense nicotine vaping products for smoking cessation are now in use. Here’s what you need to know.

The pharmacy service improving men’s health down under

Brad Butt MPS has been named the 2019 UTS Most Innovative Pharmacist for his pioneering work in men’s health. Mr Butt established Men’s Health Downunder...

Chronic pain – the role of pharmacists

Pharmacists play a vital role supporting patients with chronic pain. Around 1 in 5 Australians experience chronic pain; this rises to 1 in 3...

Australia’s rising obesity burden: can pharmacists help?

This is another epidemic that must be addressed – through active living and nutrition policies.

Intern training program success story

Originally from Canada, science graduate Matthew Syrnyk MPS swapped his lab coat for a pharmacy jacket after moving to Australia. He finished PSA’s Intern...