Expert advice for navigating diabetes technology

Ahead of National Diabetes Week, Australian Pharmacist explains the transformative impact of diabetes technologies.

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.

Should smartwatches be used in chronic disease management?

Tech savvy patients are using smartwatches in chronic disease management via health tracking apps and synchronised monitoring devices.

A long life of service to a community

For the late Patrick Timbs MPS, pharmacy provided a lifelong vocation and the chance to be a passionate community advocate.

Stop the tingle: cold sore care essentials

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is a highly prevalent virus that causes recurrent mucocutaneous lesions, most commonly herpes labialis, also known as cold sores.

Medication management in older Australians

A national pharmacy-led working group dedicated to improving the quality use of medicines for older Australians has issued 10 recommendations for better integrating healthcare...