Pharmacists’ role in managing Parkinson’s disease
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...
Raft of NSW COVID restrictions; updated ATAGI advice
New South Wales has recorded 16 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases, with Premier Gladys Berejiklian announcing new restrictions today to stop the spread.
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...
Children aged 6–11 years now eligible for Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
Health experts and government officials will meet next week to discuss how to boost Australia’s child COVID-19 vaccination rates.
‘They’re the ones who need it most’: at-risk patients denied HMR...
For some of Australia’s most vulnerable patients, a Home Medicines Review (HMR) is not just delayed, it never happens.
Quitting smoking is essential, but it can take time
With more information than ever about the dangerous effects of smoking, pharmacists are there to assist patients on the road to quitting.
