politics
Pharmacist pollie slams budget in Parliament
Patients are avoiding or delaying filling a prescription because of cost, says MP Emma McBride Labor has slammed the government’s health budget, with Central Coast MP Emma McBride (Dobell, New …
Ban CM brands from making unfounded claims: doctors
The RACGP has added its voice to calls to block proposed legislation that would allow complementary medicines to make non-evidence-based claims The proposed legislation would permit “dangerous and misleading” claims …
Guild attempts to clear mystery surrounding political influence
The Guild has emphasised its “non-partisan” approach in preparation for upcoming elections, but some quarters of the organisation are not happy with government processes In his latest Forefront editorial, Guild …
‘Deep seeded contempt of the community pharmacist’
NSW Guild has briefed members on preparing for potential upcoming State and Federal elections, citing ‘contempt’ for community pharmacy within some government departments NSW Guild President David Heffernan has called …
World news wrapup: 22 February 2018
Canadian crackdown on Pharmacy-Only drugs sold in grocery; a new hope in New Zealand; pharmacist nominated for “Unsung Hero” award New Zealand: New Health Minister David Clark has given pharmacy …
The week in review
It’s been a busy week in Canberra—for the pharmacy sector as well as for those interested in the private life of embattled Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce We saw the sunset …
‘They have never had to establish they provide a public benefit.’
Community Council for Australia CEO David Crosbie has queried the Pharmacy Guild’s influence over politicians and likened it to the alcohol industry or the NRA In an opinion piece in …
Random drug testing trials spiked
The controversial welfare policy has been reportedly scrapped as key Senators and MPs ruled out supporting the scheme Social Services Minister Christian Porter has told The Australian he will be removing …
Pharmacy Compact is my commitment: Hunt
Greg Hunt has reiterated his support for community pharmacy while on the campaign trail for John Alexander The Liberal candidate for Bennelong, who is contesting a by-election which could determine …
Last call for penalty rates quashed
Pollies have called on the government to abandon cuts to penalty rates in an amendment that was lost in Parliament by 5 votes The debate over cuts to penalty rates …
Promoters pull plug on pill testing trial
After years of planning, negotiation and confirmation, trial organisers found out they had been dropped over social media… what happened? Festival promoters have decided to drop a pill testing trial …
New Guild president for NSW
David Heffernan has toppled incumbent Rick Samimi from the presidency of the Pharmacy Guild’s NSW Branch The Culburra pharmacist, from the Members Action group, told the AJP that he’s glad …