Paracetamol restrictions: balancing risk with access

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Pharmacist intervention can ensure paracetamol is used safely and effectively without restricting access to millions of Australians.

Ready for the end of the CPD year?

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The end of the continuing professional development (CPD) reporting period is almost here. After a stressful 12 months, Australian Pharmacist has some tips to help make the process simple. 

Conjunctivitis – an irritating condition

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Conjunctivitis is a common ophthalmic condition characterised by inflammation of the conjunctiva. Causes of conjunctivitis can be either infective (e.g. bacterial, viral) or non-infective (e.g. allergic, chemical irritation).

The growing importance of point-of-care testing

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Point-of-care testing is expanding as community pharmacies deepen their engagement with consumers. With more than 5,700 locations dotted across Australia, ranging from the busiest metropolitan...

EC options underutilised by pharmacists

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Community pharmacists could more frequently give patients a choice between the two emergency contraception drugs available in Australia. The mystery shopper exercise conducted by University...

The real risks of wrong blood pressure readings

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Missing the mark: why Australians are getting blood pressure readings wrong and what pharmacists can do to help.