Diagnosis and differential diagnosis 
Gonococcal culture
Prevention 
Dr Erica Stewart, Centenary Institute[/caption]
Chelsea Felkai, MPS[/caption]
Working with the nursing staff to understand when PRN (as required) chemical restraint might be used, and ensuring other options have been exhausted first, has shown the most reduction in how much psychotropic medications have been used so far. The numbers are relatively small, but to be honest, this is largely because the facility had great protocols to begin with.
Dr Natalie Soulsby FPS[/caption]
Associate Professor Luke Grzeskowiak[/caption]
Probiotics for ‘chemo brain’
Affordable and convenient probiotics may help prevent cancer-related cognitive impairment.
Opioid therapy challenges in rural Australia
For more than a decade, healthcare workers in rural and remote areas have been aware of the rising incidence of non-prescribed opioid medicines use....
PSA24 social round up
From the ECP party to the morning walks and member breakfast, pharmacists have had a vast array of social events to choose from at PSA24.
2022 is a year of action for PSA
Ahead of a federal election and an energised remuneration campaign, PSA‘s Communities of Specialty Interest are preparing to power pharmacy practice in 2022 and beyond.
Beyond the pills: navigating depression and antidepressant use in older adults
Depression can significantly impact the lives of older Australians, carers and their families. Pharmacists offer valuable education and support, helping older patients understand the risks and benefits of their treatment and monitoring for adverse effects.
Burning need for change
Climate change is the most pressing health issue of our time. Pharmacists need to recognise and address this before it’s too late.
