The new normal

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A new PSA report describes the digital future of Australian health care, a ‘new normal’ with pharmacists front and centre, equipped with more information...

Pharmacists can teach ‘schoolies’ about emergency contraception

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About half of school leavers (schoolies) believe emergency contraception is only effective 12 or 24 hours after sexual intercourse, according to a new study...

My Health Record – where to from here?

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While the My Health Record (MHR) opt-out date of January 31 has come and gone, people still have the option to permanently delete their...

Counselling patients on ineffective health apps

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While health and fitness apps promise to improve the quality of life for users through positive behavioural changes, few systematic reviews have collated their...

NT pharmacists leading the way in My Health Record uptake

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Community pharmacists in the Northern Territory are well-prepared for the national My Health Record (MHR) rollout, with nearly 70% of pharmacies either registered or...

Study reveals risk of opioid dependence following surgery

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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...