Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine training open, AstraZeneca shortly

The first government-funded training modules for the COVID-19 vaccination have been released, as federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt confirms the rollout will begin later this month.

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.

‘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.

Ozempic now indicated to prevent CKD progression

Ozempic is the first medicine in Australia approved to slow kidney disease progression in patients with both type 2 diabetes and CKD.

Assignments, exams and an increased workload: pandemic pressure hits pharmacy interns

Juggling study and full-time work as an intern pharmacist is always challenging, but add a global pandemic and things become more difficult.

Cannabis drug interactions

Pharmacists play a central role in ensuring the quality and safe use of cannabis and cannabis-based products.