Victoria’s SafeScript means changes for pharmacists

Community pharmacists in Victoria have less than three months to ensure they have an active connection with a Prescription Exchange Service (PES), so they...

From prejudice to pride: creating a rainbow-friendly pharmacy

As the Mardi Gras lights up Sydney this weekend, here’s how pharmacists can build trust and get the Rainbow Tick of approval.

Chronic kidney disease and quality use of medicines

With community pharmacists at the forefront of primary care, they can have a major role in a chronic kidney disease patient’s care.

Push for pharmacist prescribing trial in NSW

The Pharmacy Board of Australia announced new work on pharmacist prescribing as NSW moves to initiate a UTI pharmacy prescribing pilot.

Kiama becomes Australia’s first branded Health Destination 

Kiama – on the NSW South Coast – has welcomed Australia’s first fully-branded Health Destination Pharmacy. Servicing a population of around 22,000 people, the Kiama...

Facing the future of pharmacy

Pharmacists in Australia are now predominantly young and female, with 5–10 years’ experience and moving into leadership roles at a rate not previously seen in the profession.