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.

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.

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.

Compounding hazardous medicines

Hazardous medicines play an important role in healthcare, offering treatment for diverse diseases and conditions, such as cancer or the prevention of transplant rejection.

Tips for reducing pharmacist burnout

Stress and burnout are common among health professionals, especially pharmacists. From taking adequate breaks and rest periods to professional education, Pharmacists’ Support Service (PSS)...

How Julian Soriano MPS found his passion for aged care

A job conducting residential medication management reviews left South Australian pharmacist Julian Soriano MPS with a drive to do more.  On a mission to create...