Pharmacists’ demand highest in rural and remote areas

Pharmacist salaries in rural and remote areas are on the rise as the demand for professionals in community and hospital roles increases.  According to the...

4 pharmacy changes coming into effect

Pharmacy changes will take place mid-winter, with a range of practice, fee and career pathway updates kicking off on 1 July 2024.

Laudanum – a panacea for all human woes?

Laudanum’s use, and abuse, has set the tone for the use and abuse of opiates from the 17th century until the present day. From...

Stepping down safely: deprescribing gabapentinoids in practice

Pregabalin is used beyond its approved indications. Safety concerns means the focus is shifting to individualised deprescribing strategies.

How do you do S3?

Pharmacy’s ‘go to’ reference – the APF – describes expected practice, not just best practice. Common ailments are no exception.

‘Flexible’ 7CPA to implement policy reforms in aged care and mental...

The long-awaited Seventh Community Pharmacy Agreement was signed last Thursday, providing Australians with better access to pharmacists and supporting the safe and quality use of medicines.