Aggression ramps up in pharmacies as fear increases

Aggressive consumers wanting quantities of ‘just in case’ medicines amid COVID-19 panic has added considerably to workplace stress.

Belladonna: beautiful but deadly

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

The story of lithium and mental health

Lithium is an invaluable and lifesaving treatment for a range of psychiatric disorders, but its origins lie in patent medicine and the pioneering work...

Preparing for the NSW pharmacy prescribing pilot

From 15 May 2023, women in NSW can access treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections through the pharmacy prescribing pilot.

Bridget Totterman is making her own path

Meet Bridget Totterman, PSA's 2020 Queensland Pharmacist of the Year.

How to deal with stress in the pharmacy

Two experts set out how to deal with patient and pharmacist anxiety over myriad recent changes.