Can I eat where I compound?
Compounding environments must be designed to minimise contamination risk — including keeping meal breaks well away from the bench.
Changes to PBS antibiotic prescribing
In a move aimed at reducing antibiotic resistance, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) has recommended that four of the most widely prescribed antibiotics...
Document, document, document
Accurate, clear and concise note taking can save careers. But what is the best format for your notes?
TGA approves Pfizer booster for teens
Pfizer’s Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine has been provisionally approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) for use as a booster in those aged 16–17 years.
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.
How this pharmacy found an extra 16 hours a day
From clinical judgement to patient outreach and counselling, pharmacists have a rich variety of valuable skills. Too often, though, their days are spent chasing...













