Medicines nightmare in aged care

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While aged care quality and safety has been put under the microscope at the royal commission, the nightmare continues for residents at risk from their prescribed medicines every single day.

Cheaper and more effective acute stroke treatment

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Tenecteplase may replace alteplase as the thrombolytic of choice when treating ischemic stroke, according to an Australian study published in The New England Journal...

The new FIP President

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Paul Sinclair MPS has become the first Australia International Pharmaceutical Federation President, his duties starting early this month.

Pharmacy intern connects generations during pandemic

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Pharmacy intern Tahlia Parisella took an innovative approach to her public health promotion during the pandemic.

Navigating the Special Access Scheme

Use of the Special Access Scheme has dramatically expanded in recent years. For pharmacists supplying or prescribing medicine through this pathway, a more carefully calibrated lens is required.

Major update to asthma management guidelines

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The National Asthma Council Australia announced a significant update to the Australian Asthma Handbook earlier this month. Known as Handbook version 2.0, it will...