Breastfeeding and the role of the pharmacist
The health benefits of breastfeeding for both the mother and baby are significant, which is why breast milk is considered the best form of...
Government prepares with COVID-19 pandemic plan
A new emergency response plan outlines Australia’s approach to containing COVID-19, as clusters of the novel coronavirus continue to emerge around the world.
ECPs win big at APSA awards
Two early career pharmacists were presented with 2022 Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association awards at the PSA22 closing luncheon.
Sun safety: don’t feel the burn
Australia has the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, with at least 2 in 3 Australians diagnosed by the age of 70.
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.
Pharmacists on frontline share vaccination and lockdown experiences
Tasmanian pharmacists new to the rollout discuss encouraging vaccination despite low case numbers, while a newly locked-down pharmacist in Canberra shares how she quickly adapted to restrictions.













