Assessing and managing sore throat

Sore throat is a symptom rather than a diagnosis. Although usually mild it can be painful and warrants careful investigation by pharmacists.

Facilitating detection of under-diagnosed conditions

It was World Patient Safety Day on 17 September, with this year’s theme around improving diagnosis for patient safety. Australian Pharmacist examines three health conditions where...

Overdose deaths hit decade-high in Victoria

A recent report conducted by the Coroners Court of Victoria found that overdose deaths in 2024 were the highest they have been in a...

Being true to oneself

Professor Lisa Nissen FPS, Director of the Health Workforce Optimisation Program at the University of Queensland, is a role model for the LGBTQIA+ community in pharmacy and health care.

Stye no more: a practical guide for management

Styes are a common and generally self-limiting eyelid condition that can often be effectively managed with simple measures.

Vyvanse® (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) for treatment of adults with ADHD

Vyvanse® (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) for treatment of adults with ADHD: PBS listed from 1 February 20211,2