Improving patient health literacy

The evidence is in: positive health outcomes can hinge on patients’ ability to understand health information – and on pharmacists’ ability to impart it. Health...

2025 federal election: what policy changes will pharmacists see?

From prescribing rights to aged care roles, the 2025 federal election could usher in pharmacy-led healthcare reform.

Days to go until the CPD year ends

The finishing line of the 2021–2022 CPD year is fast approaching. Make sure you earn enough CPD credits in time.

How to talk patients’ language

Australia prides itself on its multicultural chemistry, but it presents everyday challenges. Community pharmacy services can play their part by catering specifically for people...

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...

Electrolytes part 1: potassium and magnesium

Managing electrolyte disturbances
Electrolytes play an important role in the function of body tissues including skeletal and cardiac muscle.