A long-term on-site aged care pharmacist

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Egyptian-trained Kirolos Wasef MPS began his aged care specialty during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and loves his role.

Choosing wisely: Homeopathy

We don’t see many pharmacists selling magical crystals. For the same reasons, pharmacists should not sell homeopathic products. Homeopathy is a form of complementary...

Optimising patient safety

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Professor Parisa Aslani has dedicated her career to improving the quality use of medicines through better consumer information and adherence. She was conferred as...

Atopic dermatitis may spike in older adults: report

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is an inflammatory skin condition that mostly affects young children. However, a recent report shows it may affect older adults more...

Meningococcal vaccines

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Meningococcal disease is an acute bacterial infection that can affect the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), or the blood (septicaemia); whilst some patients can...

New ways of providing services

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Two proactive pharmacists are providing pain management and virtual dental services to a wider reach than previously possible via videoconferencing.  Pharmacist Nicolette Ellis MPS is...