Verapamil for type 1 diabetes

Recent research has shed light on a potential new avenue to reduce insulin requirements for people with type 1 diabetes. An estimated 1.2 million Australians...

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.

Highlights from Australian pharmacists at FIP

At the first face-to-face FIP World Congress in 3 years, Australian pharmacists demonstrated their commitment to improving global health.

The role of pharmacists in travel vaccination

Many travellers delay vaccinations due to costs and access issues. Pharmacists play a vital role in providing preventive care.

How these pharmacists support their patients’ mental health

On this year’s World Mental Health Day (10 October), the community was encouraged to ‘look after your mental health, Australia!’

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...