Still blooming…
Jocelyn Watson, a PSA life member, was awarded an Order of Australia medal in January for services to Launceston and contributions to her church, horticultural society and her industry.
Study reveals risk of opioid dependence following surgery
A recent study from the University of South Australia has highlighted the significant number of patients at risk of developing opioid dependence post-surgery, calling...
PSA submission calls for urgent action on rural healthcare
The Federal Government needs to create a Commonwealth Chief Pharmacist role and urgently develop a discussion paper to address rural pharmacy quality, access and...
Pharmacists can teach ‘schoolies’ about emergency contraception
About half of school leavers (schoolies) believe emergency contraception is only effective 12 or 24 hours after sexual intercourse, according to a new study...
Partnering with patients the most important healthcare standard
While health literacy is key, engaging and educating clinicians about the concept of patient choice is just as critical, a leading clinical expert said at the Choosing Wisely National Meeting yesterday.
The effectiveness and safety of breast cancer medications
The purpose of this evidence summary is to present the best available evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of breast cancer prevention medications (CPM).
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