Life on the road

An injury saw former construction worker Sean Richardson MPS swap life on the tools for one behind the dispensary. He hasn’t looked back.

The accredited rural community pharmacist

Gunnedah-based Karen Carter FPS loves making a difference to patients’ health and wellbeing. She always knew she wanted to own a pharmacy. Now she has two .

Expert advice for surviving your intern year

Embarking on your intern year can be both exciting and daunting. Get a head start through careful planning and building strong relationships with your new colleagues.

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.

Q&A: What is chemical restraint?

Pharmacists working in aged care can help providers recognise chemical restraint, recommend alternative strategies before use, and ensure timely monitoring and review.

Celebrating 25 years of pharmacist accreditation

Medication reviews have been improving the lives of patients and boosting the careers of pharmacists for a quarter of a century, with the future of the service looking even brighter.