Australia’s rising obesity burden: can pharmacists help?

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

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...

How the Curies’ discovery of radium went radioactive

Medical and cosmetic treatments, luminescent devices, even sex aids soon hit the market after the discovery of radium.

Therapeutic contact lenses: the future of drug delivery?

A novel therapy under investigation could see pharmacists playing a greater role in helping patients to manage some common eye conditions.

Non-prescription sleep aids

Non-prescription sleep aids are widely used by members of the community to improve their sleep, but they may not always be an appropriate choice, and risks can often outweigh perceived benefits.

Pharmacist all-rounder

PSA’s 2022 Victorian Pharmacy Medal winner Paul Gysslink wanted something different, while loving being a pharmacist.