Free smoking cessation CPD for Victorian pharmacists
From June, pharmacists across metro and regional Victoria will have access to free training sessions to help their patients quit smoking.
‘Pharmacists are highly respected...
Top pharmacy stories and CPD of 2021
From COVID-19 vaccine updates to a pharmacist chef representing the profession on national TV, here are our most popular stories of the year.
Urgent need for accessible pharmacy services for LGBTQIA+ in rural communities
LGBTQIA+ patients face barriers to accessing appropriate care due to discrimination and lack of culturally competent providers.
NPS MedicineWise partners with COVID-19 taskforce
At the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, many pharmacists were faced with questions about treatment for which they felt they had no evidence-based answers.
Rural and remote COVID-19 patients unable to access essential antivirals
What happens to vulnerable patients when there are no prescribers? This pharmacist found out the hard way during a recent wave of COVID-19.
Pregnancy planning and care: nutrient considerations
Pregnancy planning should include dietary and nutrient considerations to ensure healthy fetal growth and development.



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High-quality medicines reconciliation should ideally occur in the emergency department or soon after admission to the ward.
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