Poll: Will codeine be upscheduled?
It’s the decision pharmacy has been waiting for – and it’s tipped to be made within a matter of weeks The future of codeine-containing preparations available without prescription from pharmacy …
Priceline Sisterhood Foundation raises over $3 million
The Priceline Sisterhood Foundation has now raised more than $3 million since its inception in 2011. The milestone was reached after Priceline Pharmacy raised more than $850,000 for the Foundation …
Pharmacy workforce must adapt, transform
SHPA’s workforce strategy has recognised that the pharmacy workforce must adapt and transform, says its CEO, Kristin Michaels. Michaels gave the opening speech to over 900 delegates at the Medicines …
Kate Richardson awarded SHPA Medal of Merit
Kate Richardson has been awarded the SHPA Medal of Merit at Medicines Management 2016, the 42nd SHPA National Conference. Professor Michael Dooley, President of SHPA, announced the award, saying that …
Blooms teams up to make wishes come true
Blooms The Chemist has announced a new major partnership with Make-A-Wish Australia, commencing November 2016, that will see the two organisations join forces to help make the wishes of seriously …
Seville Grove pharmacy robber sought
WA police are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into an armed robbery at a pharmacy on Champion Drive in Seville Grove. Around 4.40pm on 5 September 2016, the …
Susan Lee is Tasmania’s Pharmacist of the Year
Valley Road Chemmart Pharmacy owner Susan Lee has been named Tasmanian Pharmacist of the Year, in recognition of her significant contribution to the pharmacy profession. The award was presented at …
Sector woes not enough to reduce Tax Office penalty
Price disclosure, competition cited in unsuccessful bid to reduce Tax Office penalties The owner of a number of pharmacies in NSW who relied on his accountant and staff for tax …
Celecoxib not riskier for heart than other NSAIDs
Celecoxib is no more likely to cause cardiovascular events than ibuprofen or naproxen, the PRECISION trial has found Before this trial, the cardiovascular safety of celecoxib as compared with nonselective …
Asthma patients urged to check inhaler technique in pharmacy
Discount Drug Stores has urged asthma patients to proactively check their inhaler technique to ensure that they are taking their medications correctly and getting the full dosage during Lung Health …
World news wrapup: 17 November 2016
We take a look at pharmacy news from around the world South-east England: NHS funding to pharmacies is likely to influence greater consolidation in the sector, Chemist + Druggist reports. …
NPS warns on antibiotic side-effects
As part of Antibiotic Awareness Week, NPS MedicineWise is helping educate Australians about potential side-effects. NPS MedicineWise medical adviser Dr Jeannie Yoo says that as well as adding to the …