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.

Quick Q&A with Associate Professor Anthony Byrne

Associate Professor Anthony Byrne, St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney thoracic physician and UNSW researcher speaks with AP Editor Jennifer Cooke. Q: I'm interested if you have...

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.

PSA recommendations to improve medicine use in disability care

A critical lack of information about medicine use by people with disability prevents pharmacists from promoting the quality use of medicines within a vulnerable group.

Unlocking My Health Record

The use of My Health Record is expected to ramp up in 2018, so how can pharmacists make sure they are properly prepared, and...

More pharmacists could soon be embedded in Aboriginal Health Services

The Medical Services Advisory Committee's support for funding embedded pharmacists in Aboriginal Health Services could be a game changer.