Government shifts focus of COVID-19 battle

As COVID-19 cases continue to grow in New South Wales and Queensland, with 233 locally acquired cases confirmed today, vaccination is under ever-increasing focus.

What substance abuse trends do pharmacists need to keep an eye...

Experts reveal key drug trends, including the changing face of opioid overdose and emerging drugs of concern.

The Y to Z’s of drug names

Ever wondered how ‘Zoloft’ got its zing? AP examines the world of pharmacological nomenclature to find out.

Workplace-based assessment for intern pharmacists

Workplace-based education provides the opportunity for interns to put theory into practice while under the guidance of an experienced pharmacist.

The Inspector

The pharmacovigilance inspector role is fairly new to Australia. It requires tact, tenacity, excellent time management and travel. Sarah May became the Therapeutic Goods...

Medicine shortages placing pregnant women at risk

Pregnant women are having difficulty accessing medicines due to a reliance on off-patent drugs and lack of trial data into medicine safety.