Valvular heart disease: how pharmacists can help

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More than 250,000 Australians have faulty heart valves and are at risk of serious complications, including heart failure, stroke and death – yet don’t know it. Australian Pharmacist spoke to an expert about the symptoms pharmacists should be aware of.

Queen’s Birthday Honours for pharmacists

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Three pharmacists were recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours List, highlighting the varied and important roles pharmacists play in their communities.

Risk factors for long-term opioid misuse

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Younger age, substance dependence, mental health histories and higher opioid doses are the risk factors most consistently associated with problematic opioid use

A practical guide to delivering COVID-19 vaccinations

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With the beginning of the COVID-19 vaccine roll out this week, pharmacists need to ensure both their staff and practice are prepared for delivery.

Are GLP-1 RAs becoming lifelong medicines?

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A recent systematic review has reignited debate about what happens when patients stop taking GLP-1 RAs and related incretin therapies.

Clarity on aged care on-site pharmacist skills revealed

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The Department of Health and Aged Care announce new credentialing requirements announced as pharmacists prepare to take on aged care roles.