Early elixirs: sodium thiopental for truth or sleep
The discovery of sodium thiopental ushered in the era of modern intravenous anaesthesia, but its darker side as a ‘truth serum’ and use in...
Autonomous pharmacist prescribing moves one step closer
The biggest pharmacy organisations in Australia have put out a joint statement to advance autonomous pharmacist prescribing.
World Pharmacists Day 2020
In the lead up to World Pharmacists Day on Friday, pharmacists around the country have expressed pride, passion and excitement for their work, the importance of which has been highlighted during a difficult year.
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.
Diethylstilbestrol: a public health disaster
A multi-use artificial hormone, Diethylstilbestrol was controversial from its discovery, with the inventor of the drug warning of possible side effects. Its impact on...
Pharmacists permitted to conduct HMR follow-ups by telehealth
Pharmacists will soon be able to conduct Home Medicines Review (HMR) follow-ups via telehealth, The Honourable Mark Butler, Federal Minister for Health, Disability and...













