Infantile colic: an evidence-based guide for pharmacists
This article reviews current evidence on infantile colic, drawing on Australian clinical guidance to inform safe, compassionate, and effective pharmacy practice KEY POINTS Infantile colic is a common, self-limiting condition …
Women’s pain: pelvic pain and primary dysmenorrhoea
Pharmacists are often “the first port of call” for women with pelvic pain. Knowing the relevant medicines, red flags and when to refer are top of the list on how …
Pharmacy and fertility: evolving roles across the reproductive journey
With rising infertility rates, is there the potential for pharmacy to play a greater role in this space—and what might that role involve? KEY POINTS Fertility care is increasingly specialised …
Barometer shows rising confidence
Confidence continues to grow in the community pharmacy sector, as does interest and participation in professional services, according to the latest UTS Pharmacy Barometer. Chris Brooker was on the barometer …
Vaping: no smoking gun
A legitimate smoking cessation tool, or a serious public health risk? Sheshtyn Paola examines nicotine vaping products for smoking cessation KEY POINTS: With no approved product assessed by the TGA …
Rising employee dissatisfaction with 8CPA
Confidence in community pharmacy is at an all-time high, but dissatisfaction with the 8CPA is growing amongst employee pharmacists, barometer reveals There is an increasing divergence in opinion between pharmacy …
Gut health: a developing story
Research is continuing to reveal the links between gut health and an increasing number of illnesses and conditions, however questions remain about the efficacy of popular treatment options Around half …
Product news for April Pain Supplement 2026
Pain relief that works differently1-3* Celebrex Relief (celecoxib 200mg) is a Pharmacist Only/S3 analgesic for customers suffering from acute pain due to muscle and joint injury, and period pain.1 With …
Beyond the blush: understanding and managing rosacea-prone skin in pharmacy
Rosacea is a common, chronic and often under-recognised inflammatory skin condition that carries a significant physical and psychosocial burden for patients. By Chrysa Giannellis, Consultant Pharmacist and Managing Director, Hummingbird …
Children’s pain and fever—is familiarity breeding complacency?
Pharmacists play a crucial role in guiding parents and carers on appropriate and effective use of over-the-counter medicines for children’s pain and fever. By Professor Rebekah Moles, Professor, Pharmacy Practice, …