Vale FIP President Dominique Jordan

Tributes have been paid to International Pharmaceutical Federation President Mr Dominique Jordan, who sadly passed away on 19 August.

How pharmacists can keep up with the nation’s health needs

The healthcare needs of Australians are shifting – which means pharmacists’ training has to adapt to keep pace. The good news? It’s happening. The...

‘Devastating’ volume of clinical waste generates concern

As environmental threats become increasingly pressing, healthcare professionals are calling for changes in the way clinical waste is managed in medical settings. In a recent...

What the Government’s new health plan means for pharmacy

The Department of Health recently released its reform plan for healthcare: Australia’s Long Term National Health Plan: to build the world’s best health system....

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.

Community pharmacy effective in reducing prescribing waste

An English project looking to reduce medicines wastage across community pharmacy, care homes and general practice has produced savings representing a return of nearly...