How will post-lockdown restrictions impact pharmacists?
After more than 100 days in lockdown, New South Wales pharmacists reflect on the challenges of the past few months and what lies ahead.
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.
What should pharmacies do after a raid?
Australian Pharmacist investigates the prevalence of violence towards pharmacists and the measures to take to ensure staff safety.
Acute care opioid prescribing overhauled
A new standard of care will help to prevent long-term reliance on opioid analgesics used for acute pain.
Prescription rule changes to support telehealth
Australia’s Chief Health Officer has approved an amendment to PBS prescription requirements for telehealth consultations as an emergency measure during the COVID-19 response.
Active Ingredient Prescribing grace period comes to an end
A new wave of private prescriptions may be approaching, as the Active Ingredient Prescribing (AIP) grace period comes to an end.
