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...

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.

‘We’re saving lives’: naloxone pilot prevents three deaths per day

Pharmacists discuss the impressive results of the Take Home Naloxone Pilot and why subsidised access to the medicine is a must going forward.

Allergic rhinitis and COVID-19: advice for pharmacists

At a time when it is vital to identify and treat individuals infected with the COVID-19 virus, it is also important to recognise and manage the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.

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.