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...

Everything you need to know about the take home naloxone program

The Take Home Naloxone Pilot saved three lives every day. From Friday, free naloxone will be accessible to all Australians in need.

Potential treatments for COVID-19

As confirmed COVID-19 cases soar well past 3 million worldwide, the race is on to find treatments for patients as soon as possible.

Advancing your impact in diabetes education

Accredited pharmacist and Credentialed Diabetes Educator Angelica Rostov details how pharmacists can advance their diabetes education. The following changes are now in place for those...

Active ingredient prescribing mandated

From 1 February 2021, medicines will be prescribed by active ingredient on all Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) prescriptions. 

Don’t let a cold chain breach take you by surprise

From manual temperature checks to proper vaccine packaging, here’s what pharmacists need to know to protect patients, stock – and reputations.