What’s happening in scope of practice around Australia?

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

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.

What is an empty stomach?

Confusion around what's meant by an empty stomach can lead to poor adherence. Here's how clear instructions can make a world of difference.

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...

Belladonna: beautiful but deadly

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

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.