In Depth
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Pharmacists in aged care: outcomes of a national stakeholders meeting This stakeholder meeting conducted in July 2023 identified key strategies for …
Budget 2025: what does it mean for pharmacy?
Here’s what you need to know about the recent federal budget, with expert analysis from the team at Peak Strategies Federal Treasurer, Jim Chalmers has unveiled the 2025-26 Federal Budget …
‘We used to never think healing was possible, and yet it is’
Pharmacist Joyce McSwan saw her own mum heal from a pain condition, and now she sees the evidence across her patients too It’s possible for people to “heal” from pain …
Presenting new ideas and novel solutions
Performance enhancement, buprenorphine, pill testing, alcohol abuse and awards: Angelo Pricolo reviews the APP 2025 harm minimisation stream The harm minimisation session at APP2025 opened new ways of thinking and …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Potentially preventable medication‐related hospitalisations with cardiovascular disease of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Queensland A retrospective analysis of linked hospitalisations …
Seeing ways to support eye health
Awareness, early detection and regular eye checks are crucial to preserving vision and eye health Around one in seven Australians over the age of 50 years has signs of age-related …
The newspaper
Receiving the monthly AJP magazine, and a chance in-flight encounter with a newspaper bring back memories of the fading glories of print media A dinner with friends over the summer …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Vitamin D supplementation to prevent acute respiratory infections This updated meta-analysis on vitamin D supplementation shows no statistically significant protective effect …
Diamonds are forever
Having the right attitude and culture is key to changing the approach of a pharmacy and examining the ‘culture diamond’ may help you to achieve this With the Sigma and …
Scratching the itch
Pharmacist experts on eczema share their tips and tricks to diagnosing, treating and managing this common skin condition With nearly three million Australians suffering from eczema (atopic dermatitis), it’s important …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Metformin treatment with or without mediterranean diet for the prevention of age-related diseases in people with metabolic syndrome The Metformin and …
Staying safe online
We’re all doing more online than ever before, and it’s important you know how to protect yourself, NAB’s security team says Here are the bank’s top tips for keeping your …