Dr Phoebe Holdenson Kimura[/caption]
High-quality medicines reconciliation should ideally occur in the emergency department or soon after admission to the ward.
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NSW pharmacists recognised for outstanding contributions
The PSA has recognised New South Wales’ top pharmacists as part of the 2024 PSA Excellence Awards on the NSW Central Coast.
Substance abuse in the elderly
A 61-year-old non-smoking woman was in apparently good physical health. She had no history of drug or alcohol addiction. Her psychiatric history was unremarkable....
Academic and hospital pharmacist Jacinta Johnson MPS
Growing up in the country, Jacinta Johnson MPS always wanted to work in a healthcare role, and pharmacy seemed to offer opportunities that no...
Double-checking does not always reduce medication errors
Mandatory double-checking as it is currently performed does not reduce the incidence or severity of medication administration errors compared with single-checking, an Australian study has found.
Pharmacists recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours
In this year’s King’s Birthday Honours, five pharmacists have been awarded prestigious Orders of Australia Medals.
Aus CVD risk: the Australian cardiovascular disease risk calculator
The 2023 Aus CVD Risk calculator and guideline provide updated evidence-based recommendations for identifying, assessing, communicating and managing CVD risk in a primary prevention setting.
