mental health
Crime is rising, readers say
Pharmacists believe violent crime against pharmacy is rising – but is it? A significant majority of pharmacists believe that violent crime is rising in the sector—including many who have not …
Social media obsession could be rewiring brains
Young people are showing “obsessive tendencies” over social media, a new report suggests The latest Sensis Social Media Report shows that 79% of people are now using social media, rising …
Poll: How have you been affected by violent crime?
Are violent crimes against pharmacies increasing? Crime is a problem for all sectors of retailing—whether that’s the everyday issue of “shrinkage” due to shoplifting, or the threat inherent in customer-facing …
The week in review
We take a look back at the week in community pharmacy This week, penalty rates were back on the agenda, as the Fair Work Commission announced the phase-in dates for …
Govt boosts mental health funding
The Turnbull Government will invest $73 million in two new mental health programs The two programs, announced by Health Minister Greg Hunt and Michael Sukkar, Assistant Minister to the Treasurer, …
13 Reasons Why
Here are 13 compelling reasons to care about the mental wellbeing of every patient that walks through your door Chances are you’ve heard of the controversial Netflix series 13 Reasons …
Meet Canberra’s singing pharmacists
Canberra’s singing pharmacists might be having a lot of fun, but their musical numbers have a serious side The Wanniassa Whitecoats have been wowing customers and Facebook followers with their …
Calls to PSS increase by a third
Pharmacists’ Support Service is asking pharmacists to help support it with a donation as calls to the service increase Ahead of the end of the financial year, PSS is seeking …
Specialty support for hospital pharmacists
SHPA will be launching a new framework for its members on 1 June, covering 26 specialty practice streams from cardiology and compounding to rural practice and women’s health The new model will …
Poll: Do you support pharmacy’s involvement in LGBT+ rights?
Health organisations are increasingly announcing their position on LGBT+ rights as the issue gains traction in Australia… what do you think about it? Over the weekend, the Australian Medical Association …
AMA calls for marriage equality
The doctor’s group has joined the ranks of healthcare organisations such as the PSA that have come out in support of LGBTIQ rights The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has called …
How social media impacts mental health
Instagram has been singled out as the most harmful social media platform when it comes to mental health If you’ve ever suspected that social media use can be unhealthy, you’re …