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...
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.
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.
4 vaccine trends this influenza season
New strains, updated recommendations and funding changes require pharmacists to stay vigilant this season.
How pharmacists can stop the slide in immunisation coverage
As vaccine-preventable diseases resurface, pharmacies must lead informed conversations that close gaps and restore community protection.
Why pharmacist accreditation is important
With demand for pharmacists in aged care set to rise, and the removal of the re-accreditation fee, there has never been a better time to broaden your scope of practice through accreditation.
