The amphetamine that was once considered harmless
For decades, one of medicine’s most powerful stimulants was considered suitable for everything from sinus congestion to low mood.
Duality or conflict
Conflicts of interest among pharmacists must be identified and managed to protect patient care and public trust.
Meningococcal vaccines
Meningococcal disease is an acute bacterial infection that can affect the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), or the blood (septicaemia); whilst some patients can...
Five pharmacists celebrated for excellence in practice
PSA presented its 2025 Queensland Excellence Awards in Brisbane last weekend, recognising pharmacists for excellence in pharmacy practice.
What does the future of pharmacy look like in NSW?
At a recent event with NSW Health, PSA’s newest State Manager shared her vision for a more connected profession and expanded pharmacist care.
Seltzer is shorthand for carbonated water
In 1772 Joseph Priestley used vitriol, chalk, and water to create ‘an exceedingly pleasant sparkling water, resembling seltzer water’.













