King of poisons or ‘magic bullet’?
A potent poison purportedly behind the death of a king, arsenic has also served numerous, less-sinister, medicinal purposes.
In fact, the terms ‘magic bullet’ and...
Medication reviews for younger patients
Medication reviews aren’t just for older patients. Changing patterns of medicine use means more young Australians need them too.
Standing ovation marks 50 years of PSA service
The these at PSA26 this year was ‘Welcome Home’. After 50 years at PSA, Judy Sinclair well and truly embodies that theme.
Thousands suffering from undiagnosed type 2 diabetes
The CEO of Diabetes Australia, Professor Greg Johnson, recently called attention to the high numbers of Australians living with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes.
In a...
Realising pharmacists’ full potential
We are working to achieve the 11 key actions in Pharmacists in 2023 to unlock opportunities for pharmacists as the custodians of medicine safety.
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Vaccinations: pointing the needle in expanded settings
Pharmacists should be able to administer vaccinations in any health setting.
Appropriately trained and qualified pharmacists across all Australian states and territories can administer...













