Q&A: Safescript
I want to implement SafeScript in my pharmacy. What do I do, and how long does the process take?
SafeScript is an initiative by the...
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...
Q&A: Use of antibiotics in COPD
Early initiation of an antibiotic for a COPD flare-up can prevent further damage to the airways, prevent hospitalisation, reduce the risk of further exacerbations, and allow people to regain symptom control.
Lessons from one of the first medicinal patents
Turlington's Balsam was pitched as a veritable ‘cure-all’ in the 18th century – and remains on collectors’ shelves today.
Pharmacist wins award for service to the community
Canberra pharmacist Brad Butt was awarded the Australian Patients Association’s Most Outstanding Community Pharmacist of the Year.
Cybercrime and pharmacy
Cybercrime can be a significant threat to pharmacy. Data breaches can be malicious and carried out by someone within or outside the pharmacy.













