GLP-1 RAs found to pose pregnancy risks
Women of reproductive age using GLP-1 RAs could be at risk of unintended pregnancy, and unaware of the risks to pregnancy and unborn babies.
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...
What pharmacists need to know about emergency prescribing for ADHD
Victoria is the latest state to announce ADHD reforms, with ‘specialist GPs’ now able to continue ADHD prescriptions for existing patients.
Antidepressants show little to no benefit for low back pain and...
New major review finds that antidepressants used for back pain and sciatica can cause more harm than good.
The 4 medicines every pharmacy should have for palliative care
A new National Core Community Palliative Care Medicines List highlights the medicines community pharmacies should keep in stock.
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.
