What are the odds?
People with medical conditions such as asthma, COPD, arthritis, cancer and depression are more likely to report marijuana use, according to a new study A large US study has looked …
The risks of practising uninsured
A doctor has received disciplinary action for practising without appropriate professional indemnity insurance, in a case which one stakeholder said highlights an issue relevant to all health practitioners The Medical …
Which group is now unbeatable?
The latest satisfaction data from Roy Morgan has revealed Guardian to be the winner of the Chemist/Pharmacy of the Month Award for August 2019 Guardian came top with a customer …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Omega-3 Fatty Acids for the Management of Hypertriglyceridemia The American Heart Association has released an update on the role of omega-3 …
Inquest queries co-prescribing
A GP has been cleared of inappropriate treatment after a combination of prescription and non-prescription drugs contributed to a patient’s death Combined toxicity of prescription and non-prescription drugs contributed to …
Pharmacists on the front line
A number of pharmacists took to the streets last week as part of the Strike for Climate campaign which saw thousands call for government action to address climate change Pharmacists …
We’re unprepared for pandemics: report
The planet is at “acute risk” of devastating epidemics or pandemics – but how can pharmacists help? The world is not ready to handle disastrous outbreaks at which it is …
FIP hails pharmacy’s finest
A Portuguese pharmacy program which aims to guarantee access to medicines in the aftermath of a financial crisis has been lauded by FIP The program, known as “Abem,” was the …
This will be the century of pharmacists: FIP
As well as highlighting 10 global health threats, FIP has outlined its new strategy at its conference in Abu Dhabi Decreasing the gaps in pharmaceutical science, practice and education between …
A new option
New fixed-dosed two-drug regimen approved for HIV—reducing patient exposure and potential drug interactions compared to usual pills containing three or more medicines The TGA has approved Dovato (dolutegravir and lamivudine), …
Pharmacy-based practitioner recognised
Capital Chemist Wanniassa has congratulated an award-winning practitioner from among its ranks Nurse Practitioner Chris Helms was recently awarded the prestigious ‘Nurse Practitioner of the Year’ at the annual Australian …
A reward for innovation
Entries are open for the 2019 UTS Innovative Pharmacist of the Year award Nominations are now being accepted for the annual UTS Innovative Pharmacist of the Year award, sponsored by …