Pharmacists involved in COVID-19 vaccine Phase 1b rollout
As new priority groups became eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine this week, a pharmacist on the ground shares his experience of the rollout so far.
What do pharmacists need to know about this year’s budget?
Cheaper medicines, expanded vaccination services and clarity on pharmacist programs and agreements were central to the 2024–25 budget.
‘Decisions made in haste’ held pharmacists back during the COVID-19 pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Australia, pharmacists were overwhelmed not only by demand for medicines but by patients seeking guidance.
Difficult patients: Calming the storm
Dealing with aggressive or abusive patients is one of the least pleasant components of a community pharmacist’s role. What’s best practice for avoiding or...
Pharmacists supporting patients with palliative care needs
For many, the last 12 months of life is spent with significant disability, associated with rising symptom burden and functional decline. A palliative approach...
Giving back to rural pharmacy
NSW Pharmacist of the Year, founder of PharmOnline and university lecturer – Anna Barwick shows why she’s ‘indispensable’ to her rural community.
