All pharmacists should consider off-site vaccinations in aged care

Vaccination rates in older Australians are alarmingly low. Off-site services provided by pharmacists are key to closing the gap in aged care.

The effectiveness of oral contraceptives for endometriosis pain

Endometriosis can result in reduced quality of life and significant burden to the health system. This evidence summary presents the best available evidence regarding the...

Pharmacists welcome renewed focus on rural and regional health

Pharmacists have welcomed the renewed focus on rural and regional communities as Associate Professor Ruth Stewart takes up her role as Australia’s new National Rural Health Commissioner.

Shouldering the load

Pharmacists encounter pregnant and new mums more often than most health professionals, and can have a bird’s-eye view when things go awry.

Positive Intervention

A review of aged care patients’ medicines can reduce harm. Welcome change is coming for government-funded residential aged care facilities (RACFs) with the investment in...

Front of mind

Pharmacists are the most approachable of all health professionals and have a powerful role to play in addressing community mental health challenges.