Raising the standards

Pharmacy practice is rapidly evolving. Here’s how the drastically reimagined Professional Practice Standards can help the profession adapt.

Highlights from the FIP 2023 Congress

If you are ever able to attend a FIP Congress, you should expect a very busy time. And the World Congress in Brisbane did not disappoint.

What the Aged Care Royal Commission means for pharmacists

When the Aged Care Royal Commission began in February, Minister for Aged Care Ken Wyatt, released a statement reaffirming the government’s commitment to the regulation...

Women and heart health

Cardiovascular disease is the largest cause of death in Australian women and pharmacists can help them check their heart health and manage their risk...

Stepping up to Thank your Pharmacist

The theme for 2025 Thank Your Pharmacist Day is ‘Pharmacists stepping up’, acknowledging the increasing role of pharmacists in supporting patient care and strengthening...

Choosing Wisely – a look at prescribing cascades

In the first of a six-part series, we expand on the PSA Choosing Wisely recommendations. This month: beware the prescribing cascade. The decision to initiate...