Protonitazene risk with fake Xanax
ACT Health has issued an alert regarding counterfeit Xanax, which contains a range of substances including a non-registered benzodiazepine “A mix of dangerous drugs has been found in counterfeit (fake) …
Innovative pharmacists recognised at PSA awards
A group of pharmacists known for championing patient care were honoured at the PSA Victorian Pharmacy Awards last week The awards, which were presented by Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) …
The week in review
A pay win for hard-working pharmacists, Wesfarmers acquires a new discounter and projections about Sigma’s growth plans were among the topics that had readers talking this week In positive news …
Knowles to advocate for ‘meaningful recognition’
Newly elected PSA Queensland president pledges to champion evidence-based practice, expanded clinical scope and push for greater recognition for the profession Hospital pharmacist, Hannah Knowles, has been elected as …
World news wrapup: 5 June 2025
Expanded scope of practice services are delivering improved access to care, while Amazon Pharmacy is looking to improve medication management with enhanced services. London, UK: More than five million patients …
The week in review
CWH families shoot up the “Rich List”, mooted changes to Queensland ownership rules, pharmacists “living week-to-week” and the push for higher pay to match scope were among our top stories …
PDL names student grant winners
Three pharmacy students will receive grants of $5000 to attend a conference of their choice University of South Australia pharmacy students, Janella Leombruno and Erin Fawcett, and Monash University’s Huynh …
Pharmacy assistant stream for Pharmacy Connect
Pharmacy Assistant of the Year 2025 state finalists announced The Pharmacy Guild of Australia National President, Professor Trent Twomey has announced the 2025 Pharmacy Guild of Australia/Maxigesic Pharmacy Assistant of …
The week in review
Victoria to offer free pharmacy consults, registrations on the rise and the impact of distractions and stress on errors were among the topics that got pharmacists talking this week In …
The week in review
Confusing discount dockets raising consumer group concerns, Trump’s crackdown on pharma prices and calls for better pharmacy theft protection were among the stories capturing our readers this week Pink and …
Palliative Care Australia backs pharmacist training program
Pharmacists can now undertake a new national training program designed to prepare them to support patients receiving end-of-life care The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has launched its new ASPIRE …
Is the price right? The quest for affordable medicines
The price and affordability of medicines in a time of increasing financial pressures has dominated the health debate around the 2025 federal budget and federal election. The AJP reviews the …