Synthetic opioids ‘one of the biggest threats’ to drug-related harm

Australia should prepare now for a potential influx of synthetic opioids into the illicit drug market, an expert has told Australian Pharmacist, as overdoses increase internationally.

The Ozempic shortage is over, says FDA

The Ozempic crisis is reportedly over in the United States. Could Australia's stock levels soon be replenished?

New COVID-19 booster advice

Just ahead of an apparent end-of-year surge in COVID-19 cases in the two most populous states, Federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt announced on 12 December that the booster program would be fast-tracked.

What can be done about ongoing medicine shortages?

Palliative care patients and children bear the brunt of short supply of medicines. These legislative updates could help to make a difference.

New pathway could ease HRT shortage crisis for patients

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a Serious Scarcity Substitution Instruments (SSSI) to help pharmacists and patients manage the shortage of hormone replacement...

Staying compliant with PBS regulations

To ensure PBS claiming practices are compliant, ethical and audit-ready, here’s what every pharmacist should know.