Australian Pharmacist

The recent death of a healthy 3-year-old boy from influenza is a reminder of the dangers of the virus and the importance of vaccination.

Pharmacists are gearing up for a boom in electronic prescriptions as metropolitan Sydney gets ready to follow Victoria into a new digital age.

From aviation, to education and entrepreneurship, these three pharmacists from different walks of life have received King’s Birthday honours.

Respectful, culturally safe conversations can prevent self-adjusted dosing while supporting informed patient choice.

Victoria is the latest state to announce ADHD reforms, with ‘specialist GPs’ now able to continue ADHD prescriptions for existing patients.

On 1 June 2025, Adelaide’s fourth 24/7 pharmacy opened to provide around-the-clock access to pharmacist care for the community.