Pharmacies destroyed and forced to close due to floods
As east coast residents wait for the floods to subside, pharmacists discuss the devastating impact on their homes, pharmacies and patients.
Responding to concerns about paracetamol use in pregnancy
As US regulators flag new warnings on paracetamol use, the TGA and Australian experts have weighed in on what the evidence shows.
What’s the deal with booster doses?
As pharmacists approach a huge COVID-19 vaccination milestone this week, curious patients inquire about boosters.
Pharmacists and Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination policy
Pharmacies are likely to play a role in COVID-19 vaccination, and people at increased risk of exposure, including health and aged care workers, will be among the first to receive a vaccine.
Importation of nicotine e-cigarettes to be banned
From next Wednesday, proposed customs regulations will prohibit the importation of e-cigarettes containing vaporiser nicotine (nicotine liquids and salts) and nicotine-containing refills.
First vaccine appointments for 5–11 years run smoothly, amid cancellations
Community pharmacists were some of the first to vaccinate children aged 5–11 against COVID-19 this week.
