QUT student takes out 2021 Pharmacy Student of the Year

Queensland University of Technology student Zoe Robinson has been crowned the 2021 Pharmacy Student of the Year (PSOTY), following a strong competition at PSA21 Virtual yesterday. 

We need a nationally consistent vaccination approach, says think tank

With a plunge in vaccination rates following the COVID-19 pandemic peak, a new report says a focus on national consistency is required.

Difficult patients: Calming the storm

Dealing with aggressive or abusive patients is one of the least pleasant components of a community pharmacist’s role. What’s best practice for avoiding or...

Significant advance in pharmacist-initiated vaccine age regulation

From today (1 March 2023) Queensland pharmacists can vaccinate patients aged 6 months and older against influenza.

New tool to counteract significant overestimate of CVD risk

Did you know a new Australian Cardiovascular risk calculator (AusCVDRisk) was released last year?If not, you’re not alone.

Podcast: OTC management of acute low back pain

Over-the-counter medicines are frequently used to manage childhood ailments. How can pharmacists help ensure they are administered correctly?