Short of breath: respiratory conditions

With better treatments than ever, why don’t patients with respiratory conditions show better outcomes as well?

New Zealand model of OTC sildenafil earns praise

A small study has investigated community pharmacist attitudes to the over-the-counter (OTC) supply of sildenafil in New Zealand, finding it has enhanced their primary...

Overcoming challenges with disability medicines

How pharmacists can improve the lives of people living with disabilities through careful medicine reviews and follow-up. Just like medicine safety challenges in aged care,...

Here’s how pharmacists can help patients manage chronic pain

There is room for improvement in the relationship between people with chronic pain and their pharmacist, new research has shown.

Migraine and tension-type headache

Case scenario Chau, a 23-year-old female, requests 'something strong for migraine'. She tells you she is developing a headache, has sensitivity to light and awful...

Travel health: ready for take-off

Turning informal advice into a structured consultation service: pharmacy-based travel health services take flight.