A thiazolidinedione for hepatitis B

Thiazolidinediones may hold the key to developing a new class of anti-HBV medicines that will cure the chronic infection.

Pharmacist prescribing of melatonin

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone responsible for regulating the body’s circadian rhythm. Supplemental melatonin can help to reinforce the circadian rhythm, making it useful for treatment of insomnia and jet lag.

Children’s vaccinations

In recent years jurisdictional regulations have been amended enabling Australian pharmacists to administer some vaccines to children.

One size does not fit all

When it comes to person-centred care, bespoke tailoring to every patient’s healthcare needs is fundamental.

A good night’s sleep

References 1. Hillman D, Mitchell S, Streatfeild J, et al. The economic cost of inadequate sleep. Sleep 2018;41(8). Epub 2018 Jun 4. 2. Claughton D. Farmers...

Denosumab for erosive hand osteoarthritis

References  Favero M, Belluzzi E, Ortolan A, et al. Erosive hand osteoarthritis: latest findings and outlook. Nat Rev Rheumatol 2022;18(3):171–83. Kloppenburg M, Kroon F....