Asthma is increasingly recognised as a heterogeneous disease, with several phenotypes defined by clinical and inflammatory characteristics. Common phenotypes include allergic (eosinophilic, IgE-mediated), non-allergic (often neutrophilic or paucigranulocytic), late-onset adult asthma, obesity-associated asthma, and asthma with persistent airflow limitation.14 Identifying phenotypes supports individualised treatment strategies, particularly in those with severe asthma, and better long-term outcomes.
Steps 2 and 3: Maintenance and reliever therapy (MART)
Comorbid conditions can complicate asthma management. Assess for and help address factors such as allergic rhinitis, which affects up to 80% of people with asthma,24 as well as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), anxiety, depression, obstructive sleep apnoea and smoking.
How 24/7 pharmacies help to fill after-hours health gaps
On 1 June 2025, Adelaide’s fourth 24/7 pharmacy opened to provide around-the-clock access to pharmacist care for the community.
Pharmacists ‘hindered’ during COVID-19 pandemic
Pharmacists have been hamstrung by conflicting federal and state legislation while battling to provide the best possible care for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pharmacists begin delivering flu vaccine
The rollout of the influenza vaccine has begun, with some pharmacy groups having received stock and beginning to administer the vaccine to patients.
Pharmacists adapt as mask wearing becomes compulsory due to COVID-19 community...
Victorian pharmacies are reporting a run on face masks, with new restrictions requiring residents in Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire to wear a face...
Government-funded RSV vaccines to protect infants from severe disease
With cases of RSV spiking in 2024, the federal government announced free vaccination would be offered to eligible pregnant people and babies.
Pharmacy & Me: Fighting for fair remuneration
In this special episode of Pharmacy & Me, hosts Peter Guthrey and Hannah Knowles get to the heart of the issue, speaking with Ienaam and pharmacy owner Caroline Diamantis MPS about what needs to change when it comes to remuneration.
