Extemporaneous dosage forms: oral liquids
Oral liquid preparations are a versatile option for clinicians looking for an alternative to the more common oral solid dosage form. This article discusses the various types of oral liquids …
Connective tissue disease: lupus
Connective tissue disease (CTD) is the term applied to a group of disorders characterised by systemic inflammation, most likely initiated by an autoimmune response to an autoantigen and perpetuated by …
Exploring how diet and supplements contribute to vision health
THE ROLE OF DIETARY ANTIOXIDANTS IN VISION HEALTH Fact versus fiction: Understanding the evidence base supporting vitamin and mineral supplementation Smoking, diet and nutritional supplementation are major modifiable lifestyle factors …
Health Check: how to start exercising if you’re out of shape
Andrew Lavender from Curtin University takes a look at how to start undoing a sedentary lifestyle Perhaps your GP has recommended you exercise more, or you’ve had a recent health …
Safety advisories: how Australia compares
Research shows communication about emerging safety risks of medicines is not consistent between countries… and the Australian regulator issued fewer warnings than other countries A new study has analysed how …
Inquiry wants lived Ice experience
NSW residents are being reminded to lodge submissions to the state’s Special Commission of Inquiry into the drug crystal methamphetamine, with only one week remaining to do so The deadline …
Good sports
New data from Sport Australia has revealed our top 20 sports and physical activities… but is a small increase in participation enough? The data, from Sport Australia’s AusPlay Survey, shows …
Hospitality, transport workers held out as health professionals
In a landmark decision, a physiotherapist has received the largest fine against an individual for offences under the National Law in Australia after being convicted of holding out Michael Sylvester …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research relevant to pharmacy Cost-related underuse of asthma medicines A survey by 792 Australian adults and 609 parents of children with …
Don’t risk working without cover
Today is April 30, the deadline for pharmacists to renew their professional liabilities insurance cover PDL is urging its members and other pharmacists to ensure that they have organised their …
You’re safe with us
There’ll be no harm for community pharmacy under our watch, ALP promises the Guild, as it still waits for word from the Coalition A Labor government will promise to ensure …