When normal glucose doesn’t mean normal risk
A patient can develop diabetic ketoacidosis even when their glucose reading looks normal. Here’s why pharmacists need to keep an eye on ketones, particularly in people taking SGLT2 inhibitors.
Better remuneration key to vaccine access
Caleb Stuetz MPS discusses the extraordinary lengths pharmacists go to in order to ensure equitable vaccine access.
Why pharmacists are integral to mental health treatment
There is an over-reliance on medicines to treat Victorians with mental health conditions, a royal commission into the state’s mental health system has found.
Top pharmacy stories and CPD of 2021
From COVID-19 vaccine updates to a pharmacist chef representing the profession on national TV, here are our most popular stories of the year.
COVID-19 healthcare leader moves into new role
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd AO reflects on steering Australia through the COVID-19 pandemic and his next career move.
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.
