Highs and lows of life as a locum pharmacist

Travelling the country. Choosing your own hours. Meeting new people. These are just a few of the reasons pharmacists choose to quit their day job and hit the road as a locum.  

Dry eye

Pharmacists play a referring role in supporting patients with dry eye. Dry eye is a common problem, increasing in older age. Most cases are mild,...

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.

The new vaping standards explained

On  1 July 2025, new vaping standards came into force for all therapeutic vaping products for smoking cessation and nicotine dependence.

Drospirenone-only pill

The introduction of a drospirenone-only oral pill is an advancement in progestogen-only contraception options.

Distinguished pharmacists receive Australia Day awards

The 2021 Australia Day Honours List included several high profile pharmacists and educators in the profession.