Tannic acid: The long-time player in medicine

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...

Migraine and tension-type headache

Migraine and tension-type headache are the most prevalent of all neurological disorders, affecting a significant portion of the Australian population.

Medicinal cannabis: An update from the regulators

In introducing the new medicinal cannabis regulatory framework last year, the Government’s intent was to provide patient access to Australian-grown and manufactured medicinal cannabis...

Vale William (Bill) Arnold (1940–2024)

The PSA is saddened to learn of the passing of life member William (Bill) Arnold MPS, who died peacefully in his sleep on 26 October 2024.

COVID-19: Huge numbers of residents infected in Victorian aged care facilities

Nearly 800 residents in Victorian residential aged care facilities (RACFs) have tested positive for COVID-19, taking the state’s total number of cases to 9,049.

How pharmacists got through 2020

In one of the most challenging years on record, pharmacists have gone to great lengths to fill healthcare gaps and adapt quickly to change. Here, eight pharmacists reflect on some of their standout experiences.