NSAIDs for older people, handle with care
References
Chan ASL, Saha S, Weeks GR, Taylor S, Whitty JA, Veerman JL, et al. Cost-effectiveness of a multidisciplinary team approach to the prevention...
Leeches: From ancient times to modern medicine
From ancient bloodletting to modern microsurgery, the humble leech has evolved from feared parasite to an unlikely medical ally.
Changes to AIR information
References
1. Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Mandatory reporting changes to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) from 1 March 2024. 2024. At:...
Protecting kids from medicine harm
References
PSA. Medicine safety: child and adolescent care report. 2025. At: www.psa.org.au/3d-flip-book/medicine-safety-child-and-adolescent-care-report/
Cairns R, Karanges EA, Wong A, et al. Trends in self-poisoning and...
The spectrum of care
Autistic people are bracing for changes to NDIS eligibility under the new Thriving Kids reform. Pharmacists will play a critical role in providing care to individuals as they navigate these changes.
For the heart
References
Australian Government Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Heart, stroke and vascular disease: Australian facts. 2024. At:
www.aihw.gov.au/reports/heart-stroke-vascular-diseases/hsvd-facts/contents/summary?__cf_chl_tk=rdBRmK8d0ESsnzGKoxqSoPhYhF5k0SQmw4_CJ9ue5W8-1739941894-1.0.1.1-RJSLYVVhq7aZmxXJ1v11vQsTEUjubu3_JSoRUz5Z8RQ
AusCVDRisk. Australian CVD risk calculator. 2023....









