Tasmanian pharmacists forge on as hospitals shut amid Stage 4 COVID-19...
As hospitals and all non-essential businesses in Burnie on Tasmania’s north-west coast shut down to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, pharmacists are feeling the pressure – but finding ways to carry on.
Pharmacists soon to provide shingles management
Herpes Zoster (HZ), or shingles, is a common viral infection, with one in three people developing the condition in their lifetime.
UTI treatment pilot program starts in Queensland pharmacies
Queensland women now have access to immediate advice and treatment, including supply of antibiotics when appropriate, for uncomplicated urinary tract infections through their participating community pharmacy.
Mid-year pharmacy policy overhaul begins
This week pharmacists will see a suite of regulatory and funding changes take effect.
Here are the six key updates pharmacists need to know before...
Wegovy approved to cut cardiovascular risk
The popular weight-loss drug Wegovy has been approved to treat cardiovascular disease in patients who are overweight or obese.
Dos and don’ts of palliative care
How pharmacists can support patients in the end-of-life period.



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High-quality medicines reconciliation should ideally occur in the emergency department or soon after admission to the ward.
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