Tips for pharmacists providing COVID-19 vaccinations

Australian Pharmacist asked two experienced vaccinators for their tips and tricks to ensure things run smoothly.

How unseen, unconscious bias affects women’s healthcare

To coincide with Women’s Health Week, 6–10 September, we explore why women’s health is often minimised, or normalised, and how pharmacists can help.

WHO puts ‘temporary pause’ on hydroxychloroquine trial for coronavirus patients

A trial of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment has been suspended after researchers found patients receiving the drug were at higher risk of heart problems and death.

Better COVID-19 communication needed, PSA tells Vic govt committee

Insufficient or unhelpful communication from authorities has been the most frustrating aspect of the COVID-19 crisis since restrictions started, according to Victorian pharmacists.

Meet five award-winning pharmacists

A veteran of hospital pharmacy and an embedded aged care pharmacist were among those honoured at PSA’s South Australian Pharmacy Awards last week.

Beyond the spin: diagnosis, symptoms and treatment options for vertigo

Dizziness or vertigo can be burdensome to the extent that it significantly impacts quality of life, and in older people, this symptom alone may increase the risk of falls.