Opioids, antidepressants and the risk of hip fracture
A recent study identified that the risk of hip fracture was increased with the use of psychotropic drugs in elderly people. The highest risk...
Mental health medicines and drug-related deaths
A recent study of coronial inquest findings revealed medicines relating to mental health conditions (antidepressants, antipsychotics) were most commonly implicated in non-opioid and non-benzodiazepine...
Patients and My Health Record
To opt out or not to opt out: what role does a pharmacist have in helping patients make informed decisions about My Health Record?
The...
Spike in flu deaths leads to lowered vaccination age
A substantial jump in Western Australia’s (WA) influenza cases and flu-related deaths has led to a reduction in the pharmacist vaccination age to 10...
Menopause matters: optimising menopause management
Helping women navigate menopause with timely support, informed treatment choices and greater understanding throughout the transition.
PSA urges unity between GPs and pharmacists
Stoking a turf war between GPs and pharmacists will harm patient care, PSA National President Dr Shane Jackson has warned.
On Monday, the RACGP urged...
