Remaining vigilant – tips on detecting fraudulent prescriptions
The PDL Professional Officers have previously provided guidance on detecting forged prescriptions and wish to raise awareness that fraudulent prescriptions continue to be identified in incidents reported to PDL Members …
Incident reports involving children
Why children are uniquely at risk? PDL notes children are involved in almost one-in-10 incident reports it receives Children are not simply small adults; their distinct physiological characteristics, dependence on …
Family pharmacies: where heart meets structure
Why the right business structure matters – now and into the future, Peak Strategies’ practice manager, Victoria Le, explains Australia’s small business sector is powered by families, and in pharmacy, …
PDL directors election
An election is being held for two PDL directors to serve on the National Board The following vacancies will arise at the conclusion of the next Annual General Meeting, scheduled …
Making a real difference
Alan Polack made a real difference in pharmacy education, science and practice, writes Michael Roberts Alan Polack has played a pivotal role as a leader in Australian pharmacy education, science …
Changes to Qld pharmacists prescribing and medicines management services
In its latest alert, PDL has advice for pharmacists in Queensland with an interest in the newly-extended prescribing scope of practice project Changes were made to the Extended Practice Authority …
July MIMS update
Some of the recent changes to the medicines landscape, with new products, indications and contraindications New Products Canakinumab (rmc) (Ilaris) is a human monoclonal anti-human interleukin (IL)-1beta antibody of the …
‘This strategic alliance has immediately intensified competition’
The Sigma-Chemist Warehouse merger is shifting the pharmacy industry… are you ready to navigate the new landscape? Lachlan Ballinger shares 5 top tips for pharmacy owners The pharmacy industry is …
How pop-up warnings protect pharmacists and patients
Pharmacists navigate demanding workdays filled with frequent interruptions and competing priorities, PDL says In such a fast-paced environment, it’s understandable how pop-up warnings during dispensing can be overlooked or quickly …
June MIMS update
Some of the recent changes to the medicines landscape, with new products, indications, contraindications and presentations New Products Lazertinib (as mesilate monohydrate) (Lazcluze) is a third generation, epidermal growth factor …
How can your pharmacy stay visible in the age of AI?
Search engines powered by AI are changing how customers find you online. Here are simple steps to adapt Google, Microsoft and Apple have introduced AI powered search in Australia. Carl …
Vaccination reminder for flu season
With the flu season here, now is a good time to review your vaccination service to ensure staff training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and resources are up to date, says …