Date of birth now required on all NSW scripts

From 1 November 2022, the date of birth of every patient must be included on all prescriptions for Schedule 4 and Schedule 8 medicines.

How to save a life with naloxone

Hand holding naloxone nasal spray for opioid overdose reversal
By providing non-judgemental and appropriate counselling on the use of naloxone, pharmacists can empower those who carry it to confidently intervene in the case of opioid toxicity.

The scope of practice changes revolutionising health care access

It has been a big week for pharmacy scope of practice, with three states announcing changes to pharmacist prescribing.

Podcast: Busting myths about children’s pain and fever

Over-the-counter medicines are frequently used to manage childhood ailments. How can pharmacists help ensure they are administered correctly?

Navigating nausea and vomiting during pregnancy

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP) is a prevalent pregnancy-induced condition, affecting an estimated 70% of all pregnancies.

Podcast: Finding the number one for a number two – an...

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Constipation can be an embarrassing topic to discuss with your patients. But irregular bowel movements can not only be uncomfortable, but can lead to...