Ancient seed, Hippocrates and the TGA have what in common? Myrrh

Courtesy of Hippocrates and the Roman army, this ancient gum resin went global.

Messages from the Medicine Safety Forum

As the custodians of medicine safety, promoting the judicious, quality and safe use of medicines is key to pharmacists’ roles. But it is also...

A pharmacy career built on curiosity

From hospital wards to AI-driven healthcare, PSA's 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient has turned curiosity into a lifelong pursuit.

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.

Frankincense: scent & sound of season but promises more

Beyond the laboratory, frankincense is used primarily to manufacture incense and lozenges, however aromatherapy is one of the big sellers. 

Anomalies in hospital pharmacy cases

Carefully taken patient histories are vital in helping recognise medicine-related harm. Transitions of care on admission to hospital and between clinical areas are risk points...