Pharmacists receive Queen’s Birthday Honours
Three pharmacists from across the country were recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours list for their significant contributions to the profession.
Stigma hinders adolescent contraceptive care
Adolescents prefer seeking contraceptive care from pharmacists, says new research. But there are barriers to access that must be addressed.
Pharmacists poised for sweeping scope of practice reforms
The government is actively working to harmonise drugs and poisons legislation and open PBS access for pharmacists.
Blood pressure benefits seen with methotrexate treatment
New research links methotrexate to a fall in blood pressure. This expert thinks it could lower cardiovascular risk in the general population.
How pharmacists can overcome NIPVIP confusion
While the NIPVIP Program has been underway for almost a month, eligibility is still a murky area for many patients and pharmacists alike.
More Australian ranitidine recalls expected
Recalls of more ranitidine products are expected to continue this week after preliminary tests found low levels of nitrosamines in the medicines.
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