Running for the shelter of a ‘mother’s little helper’

The popularisation of meprobamate from the 1950s onwards ushered in the dawn of the psychopharmacological era where patients began to look to doctors to...

Meet the 2024 Tasmanian pharmacists of the year

Expertise in board-level administration, medicinal cannabis and technology were honoured in the 2024 Tasmanian Pharmacist Awards.

Minimising urine dipstick use improves UTI management

Over-reliance on urine dipstick testing to guide urinary tract infection management contributes to antibiotic overuse and misuse.

What pharmacists need to know about VAD legislation

Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) is now legal in most jurisdictions. But there’s a nation-wide regulation impeding access to the service.

COVID-19 prophylactic treatment now accessible in community pharmacies

Previously available in hospitals only, Evusheld can now be accessed in Victoria's 24-hour Supercare pharmacies.

Travel health pharmacists

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