World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2019

Almost 10% of residents in aged care facilities were prescribed an antimicrobial, mostly commonly cefalexin and clotrimazole, but the majority had no documented signs...

How pharmacists are reducing chemical restraint

For years it seemed impossible to achieve, but markedly reducing chemical restraint is on its way.

Pharmacist prescribing the next step in QUM

Pharmacists already have the tools for prescribing and it’s time to unite to bring legislative change, says Professor Lisa Nissen. QUT’s Prof Nissen said there...

Case studies show how pharmacists support medicine safety around the world

Pharmacists can promote patient safety at an individual level and also organisational and policy development levels, as case studies in an International Pharmaceutical Federation document released last month show. 

Older Australians – can we do better?

Pharmacists have long been advocating for better care for older Australians living independently or in residential aged care facilities.

In the fast lane with Madeline Hills

Pharmacist and runner Madeline Hills, applauded for her standout sportsmanship in the Commonwealth Games, tells AP how her pharmacy training set her up for athletic success. Ms...