professional services
‘Some might benefit but everyone will suffer’
One pharmacist told the AJP about the service which will be “the first canary that falls” under 60-day dispensing, while others are looking at ways to retain viability With pharmacists …
How will 60-day dispensing impact community pharmacy
Plans to introduce double dispensing for more than 300 Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listed molecules are expected to have a significant impact on the sector, we’d like to get your …
World news wrapup: 15 December 2022
Kiwi pharmacy owner caters lunch for tired staff; Chinese residents begin stockpiling medicines, pharmacist sentenced over 2012 Boston fungal meningitis outbreak Taranaki, New Zealand: A pharmacy owner has made the …
‘You have no idea how important these pharmacy services are.’
Pharmacists provide professional services without remuneration because of the need they see in the community, says one researcher Pharmacists have published the results of work investigating the types of unfunded …
New services and impact on workload
Pharmacy owners need to keep a close eye on whether the number of staff dispensing is in line with workload guidelines, says one authority In its latest circular, the Victorian …
POTY finalist Karen Carter thanks Gunnedah community
Karen Carter and son Justin on the role automation has played in improving efficiencies and patient care, as well as attracting staff at their pharmacy in Gunnedah, NSW Ms Carter …
Cooleman Court Pharmacy is Australia’s best
The proprietor of the 2022 Pharmacy of the Year has spoken about the importance of professional services, and of inclusivity Cooleman Court Pharmacy in the ACT has been named the …
1972: the future lies in professional services
February 1972: deteriorating trading conditions lead to calls for a ‘professional fee’ to ensure the future of pharmacies In an AJP article looking at ‘History and the Professional Fee‘, pharmacist …
World news wrapup: 25 November 2021
Anti-vaccinators make murder claim against pharmacy staff; Canadian journalists go undercover on pharmacy homeopathy, CVS to slash outlets Blenheim, New Zealand: Staff were left “stressed and upset” after two men …
Spreading the word about GORD
Considering the key factors involved in proton pump Inhibitor therapy may assist pharmacists in initiating successful step-down attempts Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common complaint among the general community. …
World news wrapup: 3 June 2021
New UK data shows pharmacy’s worth; Kiwis worried about discount impact; UK pharmacies to be “decimated” by online competitors UK: More than 1.1 million informal consultations a week – or 58 million …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Medication Management in Frail Older People Frailty is a geriatric condition associated with increased vulnerability to adverse drug events and medication-related …