June MIMS update
A look at some of the recent changes to the medicines landscape, with new products and indications New Products Avacopan (Tavneos) is a selective antagonist of the human complement 5a …
Providing a UTI service: what NSW pharmacists need to know
From 1 June 2024, NSW pharmacists who meet certain conditions can provide treatment for UTIs to eligible patients The UTI component of the NSW Pharmacy Trial ceased on 31 May …
Determining if it is a cold or hayfever in the winter months
As we enter the cooler months you may see an increase in customers coming through your doors displaying symptoms of sneezing and a runny nose. But depending on the cause …
New pharmacist accreditation puts the spotlight on natural medicines
As pharmacists start to evaluate their end of year accreditation, Chief Pharmacist, Suzanna Nash at Australasian College of Pharmacy says there are opportunities for those pharmacists wanting to evolve their …
The dry cough stops here. An effective dry cough solution.
Recommend Rikodeine to your patients to help put a stop to their stubborn dry cough. Cough is a common symptom for which people seek the advice of a pharmacist. Pharmacists …
Practice Spotlight 鈥� How to assist cough customers
Pharmacists aim to support and guide customers to the appropriate recommendation by determining first if a cough is productive or dry. Acute cough is a common symptom that requires input …
It is important to ensure customers are getting enough calcium, no matter their stage of life
Our Calcium requirements change over the course of our lifetime. For adults, both men and women, it is important to build and maintain bone mass as you age. This means …
WA community pharmacy OCP resupply pilot
From 28 May 2024, pharmacists in Western Australia can supply women who meet certain criteria with a resupply of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) without a doctor鈥檚 prescription Pharmacists who …
Navigating the pitfalls of social media
It鈥檚 an integral part of our professional and personal lives, but for health professionals, it also has its hazards. PDL advises on use of social media鈥� Social media has become …
Budget delivers ‘wins’ for pharmacy
Pharmacy owners will have plenty to think about following last week’s Federal Budget, Marcus Evitt of Peak Strategies says Labour Treasurer, Jim Chalmers鈥� has released the 2024-2025 federal budget, focusing …
‘Now is the time to review your business’
Major changes to the Pharmacy Business Ownership Act 2024 will have several impacts on Queensland pharmacy owners, writes Lachlan Ballinger In December 2023, the Queensland Government took a significant step …
Decoding data for success
Having data-informed marketing strategy and analysis is essential for getting the best outcomes, says Sarah Rendell When it comes to pharmacists and marketing, I often come across this common assumption …