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.

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.

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.

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...

A new approach to managing OA of the knee

New guidelines sideline surgery, injectable medicines and opioids for primary healthcare management of knee osteoarthritis.

The essential role of the pharmacist in adult vaccination

Pharmacists, consistently regarded as one of the most highly trusted groups of healthcare professionals, are in a unique position to promote and support the uptake of vaccination in older adults.