Opioid pharmacotherapy: delivery in community pharmacy

The pharmacist’s guide to the different regulations and protocols across Australia. Opioid substitution has been recognised globally as an effective harm minimisation strategy for...

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.

A new approach to managing OA of the knee

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

When iron reserves are running low

IV iron infusion used in iron deficiency anaemia treatment
Vivienne, a 78-year-old patient of yours, recently started an iron supplement for iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) diagnosed by her GP.

2025 federal election: what policy changes will pharmacists see?

From prescribing rights to aged care roles, the 2025 federal election could usher in pharmacy-led healthcare reform.

Famciclovir fundamentals

When pharmacists should and shouldn't prescribe famciclovir as a Schedule 3 antiviral treatment for cold sores.