Facing the future of pharmacy

Pharmacists in Australia are now predominantly young and female, with 5–10 years’ experience and moving into leadership roles at a rate not previously seen in the profession.

Minister Hunt commits to PSA being a signatory to 7CPA

Federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt has committed to PSA being a signatory of the Seventh Community Pharmacy Agreement (7CPA), due for commencement in...

Major update to asthma management guidelines

The National Asthma Council Australia announced a significant update to the Australian Asthma Handbook earlier this month. Known as Handbook version 2.0, it will...

Early antibiotic use may blunt infant vaccine protection

Early-life exposure to antibiotics can weaken the immune response to several routine vaccinations in infants, research has found.

Vaccination tips for neurodiverse children this flu season

Busy pharmacies, bright lights and confined spaces can heighten fear surrounding vaccination, particularly for neurodiverse children. 

Cheaper and more effective acute stroke treatment

Tenecteplase may replace alteplase as the thrombolytic of choice when treating ischemic stroke, according to an Australian study published in The New England Journal...