Podcast: OTC management of acute low back pain
Over-the-counter medicines are frequently used to manage childhood ailments. How can pharmacists help ensure they are administered correctly?
Wound infections: identification, prevention and management
Wound infection is a challenging part of wound care management, and systemic antibiotics are commonly prescribed for infection.
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...
Restoring faith in sun safety
Investigations reveal many popular sunscreens don’t live up to their labels. But pharmacists can promote holistic sun protection.
Major COVID-19 vaccination changes are coming
One of the last emergency measures from the pandemic-era COVID-19 response is transitioning.
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.













