Supporting medicine management in patients with epilepsy

Managing medications for epilepsy presents unique challenges, demanding a careful balance of tailored care, patient education and ongoing support.

Sexual harassment in pharmacy

It took Bria Lacy five years to ‘find her voice’ but when she did, it was heard. I was not expecting the overwhelming response I...

Aboriginal pharmacy student strives for healthcare equality

Wiradjuri man Alexander Burke MPS recently graduated from the University of Sydney (USYD) with first class honours. Now, he’s on a quest to change how pharmacy students are taught about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

Opioid prescribing balloons in Queensland

Recent research analysing the prescription of opioids to Queensland adults over a 21-year period found dispensing of the medicines increased by 11-fold.

The best apps for sleep

A range of devices and apps are tailored to monitor and promote restful sleep. Here’s the pick of the field. Just over a third (39%)...

The role of the pharmacist in onychomycosis

Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails. If left untreated, it can cause pain, discomfort, spread of infection and physical impairment, negatively impacting quality of life.