‘We’re increasingly seeing incidents where alert fatigue has been identified as a contributing factor. It’s not that there wasn’t an alert in place, but that it was lost among the other alerts the clinician saw,’ Prof Baysari says.Tips for becoming a GP pharmacist
A practical guide to upskilling, developing a role and finding the right general practice to match your experience.
Expect staggering pharmacy job losses, says new report
The 60-day dispensing policy is predicted to have enormous impacts on community pharmacy and vulnerable Australians.
Risk factors for long-term opioid misuse
Younger age, substance dependence, mental health histories and higher opioid doses are the risk factors most consistently associated with problematic opioid use
Friar’s Balsam has a place in modern life
From its 18th century origins to modern uses, Friar's Balsam has continued to be a multi-purpose medicine.
Topical adapalene for acne vulgaris
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Lauren, a woman in her mid-20s, asks your advice about treating her skin lesions. She has tried benzoyl peroxide cream for several months,...
Pneumococcal vaccine now in Queensland immuniser pharmacist toolkit
Pharmacist immunisers in Queensland will be the first in Australia to provide the pneumococcal vaccination, and will also be able to administer a COVID-19 vaccine when the first becomes available, the state’s health minister said on Saturday.
