From the President: Valuing our most vulnerable

Pharmacists spending more time on the ground in aged care has become an urgent priority. It is often said that a measure of civilisation...

‘Conservative’ King Review response

Health Minister Greg Hunt hints at no major shake-up, but trade-offs will be made. Attempting to allay fears of a major pharmacy sector shake-up, the...

Calcium and Vitamin D for premenopause

The latest findings from a Cochrane review on the benefit of supplementing premenopausal women with calcium and vitamin D. Background Osteoporosis (OP) is characterised by porous...

Aged care royal commission welcomed by pharmacist sector

Following distressing reports of inappropriate medicine use in aged care homes, PSA National President Dr Shane Jackson has welcomed a royal commission into the...

From the President: on the record

PSA is redoubling our efforts to ensure fair remuneration for pharmacists that reflects our training and expertise. The launch of Pharmacists in 2023 in...

Aged care residents deserve better

Pharmacists should be embedded in aged care facilities nationwide.   The health of the aged care sector matters a great deal to PSA and the...