Making medicine safety a National Health Priority Area

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The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s (PSA) two recently released reports, Pharmacists in 2023 and Medicine Safety: Take Care, both identify the need for medicine...

The use of metformin to treat prostate cancer

In Australia, prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in males, with its prevalence increasing with age, but metformin may have a...

Dementia in focus

Dementia is a life-limiting condition marked by declining cognition and function, requiring person-centred care and pharmacist involvement.

Medication management in older Australians

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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...

Motion sickness

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Though typically short-lived, motion sickness can be distressing and disruptive.

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.