Pharmacists urged to have their say on profession’s future

Realising the full potential of pharmacists requires a reimagining of how the profession fits into the wider healthcare model, and PSA wants to harness...

Aged care antimicrobial prescribing on the rise

Data released last month shows an increase in the number of aged care residents prescribed antimicrobials, highlighting the need for pharmacists to use their...

2019: A watershed year for Australian medicine safety

I am enormously proud of how our work has contributed to medicine safety and the quality use of medicines finally receiving the attention it warrants.

Preventing harm: medicine safety in children

Medicine safety in children requires vigilance, clear communication and proactive intervention by pharmacists to prevent accidental poisonings.

Collaborate for RA patient benefits

Achieving better outcomes for rheumatoid arthritis patients requires successful collaboration between specialists, GPs and pharmacists. A new NPS MedicineWise education program has highlighted the importance...

Federal election health platforms

Last week, several pledges were made by the Coalition and the Opposition that will impact health care around the nation. The Coalition issued a statement...