The role of pharmacists in travel vaccination
Many travellers delay vaccinations due to costs and access issues. Pharmacists play a vital role in providing preventive care.
New tool to counteract significant overestimate of CVD risk
Did you know a new Australian Cardiovascular risk calculator (AusCVDRisk) was released last year?If not, you’re not alone.
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.
How to manage ADHD medicine shortages
Australia's ADHD medicine supply has stabilised – for now. Here’s what pharmacists need to know before ADHD medicine shortages strike again.
Q&A: Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy
Since taking up the Chief Medical Officer post in 2016, Professor Brendan Murphy has made a number of strategic interventions in the pharmacy sphere,...
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...













