The role of the pharmacist in breast cancer awareness

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, it is estimated that in 2019, breast cancer will be the most commonly diagnosed cancer. Pharmacists have a significant role to play in raising awareness and supporting people living with the condition.

Environmentally responsible inhaled respiratory treatments – Implications for practice

Ziqi is a regular at your pharmacy. She has popped in today to purchase a salbutamol pressurised metered dose inhaler (pMDI). You notice on her dispensing history that this will be her third in the last 4 weeks and she is overdue to have her repeat for her budesonide dry powder inhaler (DPI) filled.

Sustainability solutions

Pharmacists from all practice settings can identify opportunities to create a more sustainable workplace.

Risks and benefits of CAMs in aged care

What role do pharmacists play in supporting and counselling the ageing population in improving their health outcomes with relevant CAMs? This question is a common...

Updated heart failure and atrial fibrillation guidelines

New guidelines on heart failure and atrial fibrillation have been released, including new pharmacological recommendations. Released by the National Heart Foundation of Australia (NHF) in...

Keeping it in the family

When not running men’s health clinics at the family pharmacy, NSW Early Career Pharmacist of the Year Angus Koerstz upkeeps the family farm.