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Pharmacists recognised in King’s Birthday honours
From aviation, to education and entrepreneurship, these three pharmacists from different walks of life have received King’s Birthday honours.
Medicines used for in-vitro fertilisation (IVF)
Pharmacists are able to support patients who are undergoing fertility treatment by providing advice on the medicines used in IVF, including the role of each medicine in the treatment cycle, how to use associated injectable devices and the possible adverse effects.
Breaking down barriers to emergency contraception
Almost two decades after the emergency contraceptive pill was listed as a Schedule 3 medicine, women still face myriad barriers to access. Pharmacists can help break down these barriers and empower women when it comes to their reproductive health.
Distinguished pharmacists receive Australia Day awards
The 2021 Australia Day Honours List included several high profile pharmacists and educators in the profession.
Battling social media misinformation around sunscreen
Sunscreen myths are thriving on social media. An expert explains the evidence-based recommendations to help pharmacists combat misinformation.
As medicinal cannabis prescriptions climb, does the evidence hold up?
Medicinal cannabis prescribing in Australia has risen sharply in recent years, with the TGA recording thousands of approvals each month.
