New formats needed 
Clinical trial data released this year in a study of cisgender men, transgender men, transgender women, and nonbinary individuals who have sex with partners assigned male at birth showed that using lenacapavir results in a 96% 
‘In my view, it’s analogous to dispensing a new drug that you haven’t come across before. You understand the relevant information related to the drug from a safety and effectiveness point of view, you communicate with the patient regarding relevant counselling points, and you document relevant information.’
The role of the pharmacist in onychomycosis
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails. If left untreated, it can cause pain, discomfort, spread of infection and physical impairment, negatively impacting quality of life.
Major update to asthma management guidelines
The National Asthma Council Australia announced a significant update to the Australian Asthma Handbook earlier this month. Known as Handbook version 2.0, it will...
Sole pharmacists: Out on one’s own
Australia’s cities hug the coast, but in rural and remote areas, sole pharmacists are providing communities with an essential service. Some may think it’s...
How pharmacists can prepare for thunderstorm asthma season
The National Asthma Council Australia has released a new guideline to upskill pharmacists in thunderstorm asthma management.
Urgent need to boost HMRs in patients with chronic pain
A third of patients living with chronic pain have not had their medicine reviewed. An expert explains what pharmacists can do to change this.
Aged care revolution
Funding for on-site pharmacists in aged care heralds a new beginning for medicine safety in the sector, with pharmacists able to use their unique...
