‘Access is not simply about opening the door to another provider,’ she said. ‘True access is about removing every barrier between a patient and that provider.’ 
6 vaccine trends to watch this World Immunisation Week
World Immunisation Week 2026 (24–30 April) highlights both the progress and ongoing challenges in vaccine coverage – along with the power of immunisation to protect people of all ages against vaccine-preventable diseases.
Bedtime without benzodiazepines and ‘ZZZ-drugs’
Pharmacists can play a variety of roles in the quality use of medicines for insomnia, such as benzodiazepine receptor agonists.
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...
Destigmatising contraception
By encouraging open communication and breaking down barriers, pharmacists can help empower women when it comes to their sexual and reproductive health.
New beginnings for PSA’s Pharmacist of the Year
Congratulations PSA Pharmacist of the Year Faye McMillan MPS for her appointment as Professor of Indigenous Health at UTS.
Push for pharmacist prescribing trial in NSW
The Pharmacy Board of Australia announced new work on pharmacist prescribing as NSW moves to initiate a UTI pharmacy prescribing pilot.
