Australian Pharmacist

From today (1 March 2023) Queensland pharmacists can vaccinate patients aged 6 months and older against influenza.

Before it helped make a fashion statement, belladonna was used as an anaesthetic, pain reliever and remedy for assorted ailments.

With state barriers now removed and extra stock on the way, the rollout of the Moderna vaccine is set to start with a bang.

Cheaper medicines, expanded vaccination services and clarity on pharmacist programs and agreements were central to the 2024–25 budget.

Huge demand, low supply and new regulations have left pharmacists scrambling to provide rapid antigen tests (RATs) to their communities.

There has been a lot of scope of practice changes and announcements. Here's a look at what's happening in your state/territory.