Quitting smoking is essential, but it can take time

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With more information than ever about the dangerous effects of smoking, pharmacists are there to assist patients on the road to quitting.

Early elixirs: Amphetamine

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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...

Propranolol for melanoma

Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer and melanoma in the world, but studies have found that non-cardio selective beta-blockers such as propranolol...

Tannic acid: The long-time player in medicine

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From tanning ancient Egyptians to treating burns during World War 1, the use of tannic acid has evolved. In 1925, Edward C. Davidson was a...

Seeing more clearly

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

Pharmacists’ role in managing Parkinson’s disease

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Parkinson’s disease is in the limelight this month, with World Parkinson’s Day on 11 April inspiring a series of events around the world...