National Medicines Symposium 2024 speakers (L to R): Steve Waller, Professor Jennifer Martin, Professor Libby Roughead, Tegan Taylor[/caption]
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SHINGRIX now available to millions of vulnerable patients
From 1 November 2023, millions of Australians at risk of severe complications from shingles can receive a Shingrix vaccine under the NIP.
‘April Fool’s day’ for pharmacists and patients as Continued Dispensing ends...
The Easter long weekend is a busy time of year for pharmacists. But 2024 could be the busiest yet, as a major policy change is set to occur.
Emergency contraception: forget the checklist
Pharmacists should act as patient champions when it comes to accessing emergency contraception – and that means getting rid of the checklist.
Can I get some Chlorsig for my dog’s eyes?
Pharmacists routinely prescribe Pharmacist Only Medicines for minor ailments such as chloramphenicol (Chlorsig) for bacterial conjunctivitis in humans. But what can you do if someone asks for a Schedule 3 medicine for animal use?
5 big pharmacy changes coming in March
Along with a change in season, pharmacists should gear up for a raft of changes set to take place on 1 March 2024.
What impact will Wegovy have on the obesity epidemic?
The latest injectable glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, Wegovy, became available in Australia last week (5 August 2024).
