Surviving a natural disaster
As climate risks intensify, planning for floods, fires and cyclones will be part of owning a pharmacy, especially in more exposed parts of Australia Pharmacists who’ve experienced disasters first-hand recently …
Calcitonin-gene related peptide antagonists use in pregnancy and lactation: a brief safety review
Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) therapies are the first medications developed specifically for migraine prevention. What is the latest evidence for their use and safety in pregnancy and lactation? By John …
Acute coronary syndromes: new guideline for diagnosis and management
A new guideline represents a significant advance in the diagnosis and management of people with suspected or confirmed acute coronary syndromes. By Karalyn Huxhagen BPharm, FPS, CredPharm (MMR), consultant pharmacist Learning …
UTI management—more than antibiotics
The growing problem of antimicrobial resistance means the non-antibiotic strategies should be considered for the prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). What are these non-antibiotic management options and how …
The power of proactive risk management
USING THE PDL RISK MANAGEMENT GUIDE FOR PHARMACISTS This series introduces pharmacists to the PDL Risk Management Guide for Pharmacists, and how it can be used in everyday pharmacy …
Burnout: a guide for pharmacists and management
Burnout can lead to reduced personal wellbeing, potential loss of income, and negative impacts on patient care. In the workplace, it can lead to decreased productivity, absenteeism, high turnover, and …
More sunscreens under a cloud
The TGA says more sunscreens have voluntarily cancelled their registrations amid SPF fears The health product regulator has expanded the list of sunscreens that have been paused, pulled or voluntarily …
CWH founders set sights on property empire
Chemist Warehouse co-founders are looking to more than double the value of their retail property management business over the next five years Fresh from the discount group’s merger with Sigma …
Pharmacists recognised for excellence
State Guild branches have paid homage to recipients of national pharmacy awards Victoria, South Australia and Queensland have honoured the pharmacists and pharmacies who have been recognised with national awards …
The week in review
Pharmacy’s united front on prescribing, the key to welcoming patients and overseas-trained pharmacists seeking a fairer pathway were among the stories that had our readers talking this week Top pharmacy …
‘Adult age equals adult wage’
Senator calls for end to junior rates for “hardworking young Australians” Moves to end pay disparities between young adults and other workers “will be of benefit not only for those …
Change at PDL board
Following the recent director election for New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, PDL announces Ben Wilkins as the newest member of its board Wilkins has more than 30 …