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.

Severe spring storms show the risks of SABA overuse

Australia’s east coast was belted with heavy storms last week. Spring and summer storms can trigger thunderstorm asthma – with bursts of pollen often...

Discouraging medicine sharing

Promoting the safe use of medicines within multicultural communities is the main focus of New South Wales Multicultural Health Week, from 7 to 11 September.

Managing chronic wounds

For Australians living with chronic wounds, pharmacy wound clinics can provide an accessible journey to healing. 

Rural pharmacy resource advocate

After moving from Sweden 20 years ago, Tasmanian Pharmacist of the Year Fred Hellqvist MPS, owner of Dover Pharmacy, has become a leading voice...

Quitting smoking is more important than ever. Here’s how pharmacists can...

A new study found people who smoke are 1.4 times more likely to have severe symptoms of COVID-19 and about 2.4 times more likely to be admitted to an intensive care unit, need mechanical ventilation or die compared to non-smokers.