The rise of community-associated golden staph infections

There has been an increase in incidents of community-associated Staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections (CA-SABs) in Victoria and Western Australia (WA). Pharmacists have a role...

Brisbane pharmacists advised to wear face masks, eye protection

Queensland’s Chief Medical Officer has advised pharmacists in metropolitan Brisbane and the Ipswich region to wear face masks, following a new cluster of COVID-19 cases in the state.

Travel health pharmacists

Offering travel health services to support travelling patients can be complex, but is very rewarding.

Telepharmacy – pharmacy horizons

The tyranny of distance in Australia should make telepharmacy a potent force in healthcare. But a nationwide video conferencing service that’s dedicated to preventing...

Linda Badewitz-Dodd MPS is PSA’s 2021 Pharmacist of the Year

From producing the world’s first comprehensive guide to drugs in sport to supporting her community through bushfires, and now the pandemic, Linda Badewitz-Dodd MPS is always willing to step up to the challenge.

How pharmacists can overcome NIPVIP confusion

While the NIPVIP Program has been underway for almost a month, eligibility is still a murky area for many patients and pharmacists alike.