How pharmacists can treat people with migraine

A look at the pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment options and preventative measures that pharmacists can recommend to stave off migraine attacks. A common reason people...

From the President: Integrate further into primary healthcare and work together

Earlier this year the outgoing Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt announced the government would allocate $345.7 million in the 2022–23 federal Budget for pharmacists in aged care.

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...

Medication adherence through community pharmacy intervention

Community pharmacist-led interventions have been shown to improve adherence and health outcomes for patients with chronic diseases but a number of barriers remain. Researchers from...

Choosing Wisely: new medicines advice service arrives

The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has released a list of recommendations for healthcare professionals to ensure the safe use of medicines. The launch of...

E-cigarettes warning after link with pulmonary illness in US

A new statement on e-cigarettes has been issued by the Australian Government Department of Health. The Australian Government Department of Health has issued a new...