Metformin for wet (neovascular) age-related macular degeneration
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Khanna S, Shaw L, Hyman MJ, et al. Association of metformin use with risk of newly onset neovascular age-related macular degeneration development. Retina...
The taboo of sharing medicines
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Usher K, Conway J, Baxter E, et...
Changes to AIR information
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1. Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Mandatory reporting changes to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) from 1 March 2024. 2024. At:...
Beyond the pills: navigating depression and antidepressant use for older adults
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Sheikh JI, Yesavage JA. Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS): recent evidence and development of a shorter version. Clin Geronto 1986;5(1–2):165–73.
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How to deliver respectful, reliable service when dispensing PrEP
When dispensing PrEP medication, it's critical to strike the right balance between a patient's right to privacy and ensuring they have been told everything...