What happens now we know the cardiovascular risk calculator was wrong
AP examines what the new cardiovascular risk calculator means for patients and whether the wrong people are on preventive medicines.
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...
FIP delegates on Australian pharmacy practice
Pharmacists from around the world have come together in Brisbane for the 81st International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) World Congress.
Medicines, excipients and food allergies
For people with food allergies, medicines meant to benefit health can in fact present a risk due to food products used as inactive (excipient) ingredients.
Australia’s rising obesity burden: can pharmacists help?
This is another epidemic that must be addressed – through active living and nutrition policies.
Role of pharmacists recognised around the world
Pharmacists across Australia and the globe came together on 25 September to celebrate the 10th annual World Pharmacists Day.
With the theme of ‘safe and...













