Glauber’s salt: the laxative of choice until the 1900s
Until ‘more sophisticated alternatives’ came about in the 1900s, Glauber’s salt was the global go-to purgative.
Meet the new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CSI lead
The new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacy Practice CSI lead will guide reform through culturally safe practice.
Early elixirs: Amphetamine
From wonder drug to scourge. The synthesis of amphetamine has had a profound effect on society as well as attitudes towards drugs.
From its use...
‘Get the flu vaccine for your kids as soon as you...
Why this paediatrician is speaking out about low childhood vaccination rates as more kids become hospitalised.
Once-daily triple therapy for COPD to be PBS listed
A once-daily, single inhaler triple therapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is set to be listed on the PBS from 1 July.
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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.





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