Methotrexate error outcomes ‘frequently catastrophic’
Pharmacists need to ensure their own practices are as safe as possible, finds a new report into methotrexate which noted seven deaths and 28 notifications The Pharmacy Board of Australia …
Clinical tips: PMDD
Jala Moushi takes a look at the “murky waters” of a condition which is not uncommon, but often missed by health practitioners BN, a 33-year-old female, presents to my pharmacy …
Four of the best
Bridget Totterman has been named Queensland’s Pharmacist of the Year, while Gilbert Yeates has been recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award The PSA has recognised some top pharmacists and their …
Pharmacists lend a hand across the waters
As those affected by the NSW floods enter the cleanup phase, we speak to one pharmacist who helped pack emergency medications… despite being stranded herself During this week’s flooding in …
Capital Chemist raises funds for firies
Capital Chemist gives back to the community after the devastating fires of 2019-20 Fifteen months after fires devastated the communities of a dozen of their pharmacies, the team from Capital …
How to handle challenging pharmacy situations with confidence
Catch up on our recent webinar with PSS and PDL professional officers, who share practical tips on handling tricky scenarios in pharmacy Faced with a patient whose demands put you …
Clarity needed on EOI process
Pharmacies have received an update on EOIs for the COVID-19 vaccination program, but the Guild says there is a lack of detail around the selection process Pharmacies that put in …
World news wrapup: 25 March 2021
US pharmacy giant apologises after refusing to vaccinate undocumented immigrants; call to change legislation on moral objections; largest CWH for NZ Southern California: Rite Aid has issued an apology after …
A ‘milestone result’ for Sigma
Sigma Healthcare has returned to issuing dividends after it announced a “strong” increase in sales and profit, including to Chemist Warehouse Sigma announced reported earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and …
Mixed results on vax acceptance
Which demographic groups are likely to be resistant to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine? Australian research provides some guidance Will enough people be willing to receive a COVID-19 vaccination to ensure …
TGA fines Chemist Warehouse
Chemist Warehouse and My Chemist have been handed more than $53,000 worth of infringement notices over advertising on their websites The TGA announced this week that it has issued four …
Protection paramount
The National Boards and Ahpra are seeking public feedback on revised regulatory principles for the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme The regulatory principles encourage a responsive, risk-based approach to regulation …