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2025 federal election: what policy changes will pharmacists see?
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Stepping down safely: deprescribing gabapentinoids in practice
Pregabalin is used beyond its approved indications. Safety concerns means the focus is shifting to individualised deprescribing strategies.
What transpired at the inaugural GP-Pharmacists Symposium?
PSA's inaugural GP Pharmacists Symposium underscored the expanding scope of the profession – and the policy gaps that still need closing.
SA/NT top pharmacists recognised at PSA awards
The PSA SA/NT2025 Pharmacist Awards over the weekend highlighted the outstanding achievements of pharmacists across a range of categories.
So you want to be a pharmacist prescriber?
This state just made pharmacist prescribing permanent, with others to follow. Here's what pharmacists need to know to embrace this new role.
2025 federal election: what policy changes will pharmacists see?
From prescribing rights to aged care roles, the 2025 federal election could usher in pharmacy-led healthcare reform.
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