Pharmacists poised for sweeping scope of practice reforms

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The government is actively working to harmonise drugs and poisons legislation and open PBS access for pharmacists.

Pharmacists and natural disasters

Pharmacies play a vital role in supporting communities during natural disasters, but just how well prepared are pharmacists and staff for a devastating event? Emmanuel...

Medicine shortages placing pregnant women at risk

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

More Australian ranitidine recalls expected

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Recalls of more ranitidine products are expected to continue this week after preliminary tests found low levels of nitrosamines in the medicines. A spokesperson from...

Linda Badewitz-Dodd MPS is PSA’s 2021 Pharmacist of the Year

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From producing the world’s first comprehensive guide to drugs in sport to supporting her community through bushfires, and now the pandemic, Linda Badewitz-Dodd MPS is always willing to step up to the challenge.

Q&A: What is chemical restraint?

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