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.

Seeing more clearly

Coming soon: Greater online access for pharmacists to pathology and diagnostic imaging reports, a crucial boost for patient safety.

Insight is leading change

University lecturer, community pharmacist and PSA NSW Branch Vice-President Dr Sarah Dineen-Griffin MPS has packed a lot into her 16 years in pharmacy – and she shows no sign of slowing down.

Aged care’s many faces

The aged care on-site pharmacist initiative is set to build on pioneering efforts over at least 5 years and revolutionise the way pharmacists look after older Australians.

Coping with COVID-19: the Royal Melbourne Hospital experience

COVID-19 has fostered an even closer relationship between the pharmacy and wards of the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Pharmacists recognised for service to diabetes patients

Award-winning diabetes educators explain why pharmacists are central to helping patients optimise their medicines and manage their condition.