Supporting patients through changes to PBS listings for PPIs

The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) recently made changes to the listings for proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) in an effort to address overprescribing. The changes, which...

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.

New smoking cessation guidelines for pharmacists

With a prescription now required to access liquid nicotine for vaping, PSA has new smoking cessation resources to support pharmacists.

Queensland leads the way for COVID-19 vaccination in pharmacies

As the virus creeps up the New South Wales coast, pharmacists have been approved en masse to vaccinate the nation.

What is Vicks VapoRub?

Vicks VapoRub has been flying off chemists’ shelves for over 125 years – and it’s all thanks to a 19th century croup.

What innovations could pharmacy soon see?

This year’s Pharmacy Shark Tank, held at PSA25 next week, is set to be a cracker – with some of the most exciting innovations yet.