From the sunshine state to the capital

The ACT’s 2022 Pharmacist of the Year is an immunising pharmacist who spent 20 years as a travel agent before her ‘dream’ job. Why pharmacy? I...

The acid test: OTC reflux and GORD management

Community pharmacists are often the first provider consulted when a patient presents with symptoms of heartburn, regurgitation or reflux. 

How pharmacists can raise awareness of endometriosis

While around 176 million women worldwide suffer from endometriosis, awareness of the condition amongst both the public and healthcare practitioners remains low. Pharmacists can...

Making medicine safer for people with intellectual and developmental disability

Pharmacists have the skills and capacity to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), but often don’t know where to start. Speak to the...

Early action prevents lifelong chronic pain in children

A new report lays bare the impact of chronic pain in young people. An expert shares practical steps for pharmacists to improve care.

Antimicrobial use decreasing, but resistance still a threat

Antimicrobial use has declined dramatically in Australia during the pandemic, but the figures show there is no room for complacency.