Age-related macular degeneration

Older man’s face showing signs of age-related macular degeneration in the right eye.”
Case Scenario Kerry, 71 years, presents at the hospital emergency department with a 6-week history of sudden-onset right eye visual deterioration. The optometrist referral queries...

Protecting your over 60s from the flu

Get ready to help to protect vulnerable Australians over the age of 60 years from influenza and its most deadly complications.

Infant soothing powders: from top seller to major danger

To soothe sick babies, parents in the 19th and early 20th centuries turned to top-selling patent medicines – with deadly consequences.

Pharmacist vaccinations: ‘there needs to be a sustainable model’

From COVID-19 to influenza, pharmacists help to protect millions of Australians through vaccination services. But a lack of funding and access could have ‘dire consequences’ for the nation.

What to do when faced with prescribing errors

What is best practice for community pharmacists for addressing GP prescribing errors? One outcome of a pharmacist’s responsibility may be the need to contact a...

Set your own standards on how you practise

Pharmacists need a say in how they undertake new roles and services by shaping the Professional Practice Standards.