The way of the future: Australia’s first e-prescription dispensed
A significant milestone has been reached in pharmacy, with Australia’s first genuine and legally valid electronic prescription (e-prescription) created, stored and dispensed in Victoria last week.
Mid-year vaccine shake-up incoming
From 1 July 2025, pharmacists will see a range of adjustments to how they deliver and bill for vaccination.
‘I don’t have a script. Can I have an emergency supply...
Emergency supply of medicines allows a pharmacist, in an emergency without a prescription, to initiate a small quantity supply (usually 3 days’ worth) of a Prescription OnlyMedicine (S4) for a patient when it’s not possible to contact the prescriber.
What’s changing on 1 October 2026?
Several regulatory, funding and accreditation changes will land on 1 October 2026. AP breaks down what pharmacists need to know.
COVID-19: How pharmacies are coping with digital image prescriptions
It’s 10 am at Scott-Dibben Chemist in Newcastle, New South Wales, and emails of prescriptions are already pinging into the inbox.
Making antidepressant tapering safer and easier
In a significant advancement for patient-centred care, a team of pharmacists is reshaping the landscape of antidepressant deprescribing.
