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Reducing stroke risk in dementia patients
A commonly-used treatment for Alzheimer's disease could reduce the risk of stroke among people with dementia.
The Australian-Swedish study, co-authored by Monash University researchers, focussed...
Budget supports general practice pharmacists
Greater support for GP pharmacists, funds for high-cost medicine reduction and $1 billion for new PBS spending have emerged as the high points of...
Management of apathy in patients with Alzheimer’s disease
People diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease often experience symptoms of apathy, which can be treated by pharmacological and behavioural interventions.
The purpose of this evidence...
Catastrophic fire ratings highlight need for better emergency dispensing provisions
State and federal health departments have advised of options available to pharmacists in parts of NSW and Queensland affected by this week’s catastrophic-level fires.
Under...
Pharmacists: seize opportunities, don’t fear failure
Dimitra Hoppe MPS juggles community pharmacy with four other job roles while studying for a doctorate in public health.
Partnering with patients the most important healthcare standard
While health literacy is key, engaging and educating clinicians about the concept of patient choice is just as critical, a leading clinical expert said at the Choosing Wisely National Meeting yesterday.
