Confusion with Wegovy prescriptions
PDL offers advice for pharmacists regarding Wegovy (semaglutide) following a number of incident reports Pharmacists are likely aware that Wegovy (semaglutide) is now available in Australia. The PDL Professional Officers …
Be aware or beware of wrong patient errors – part 1
The wrong patient incident type is a subset of dispensing incidents that continue to be highly reported to PDL This almost entirely preventable error occurs primarily in community pharmacies; …
Diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging…what is it?
Ayomide Ogundipe takes a look at partnering with students to foster diversity inclusion and belonging in curriculum and culture Diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging are increasingly recognised by health professions …
Banner group leads the way
Priceline franchise bolsters indifferent Wesfarmers FY result, says finance industry analyst Mike Taylor The Priceline franchise has helped drive Wesfarmers’ Health division to be a stand-out performer for the big …
‘I was not okay:’ burnout expert
Dr Karlee Johnston opens up about her own experience with burnout, and how a colleague started a difficult but vital conversation Recently, I have been talking to different health professional …
Embracing Artificial Intelligence: beyond the hype
While many in pharmacy are sceptical, or even scared, about the rise of artificial intelligence, Robert Sztar says it should be able to improve many aspects of business management Scrolling …
New features in SafeScript
As of 16 August, SafeScript has introduced updated features designed to enhance the user experience The update that relates to pharmacists is the improved visibility of high-risk messages which now …
UTI service mandatory directory listing
Pharmacies in NSW providing a UTI service must meet the requirements of the authority Under this authority, pharmacies are required to maintain an up-to-date UTI service listing on the National …
Practice precautions in simple and complex compounding
The Pharmacy Board of Australia’s revised Guidelines on compounding of medicines is a timely reminder of the responsibilities of pharmacists when compounding, says PDL The guidelines will take effect from …
8CPA…. now what?
What are the next steps for pharmacy owners and managers now the 8CPA is signed off? Sarah Rendell from Peak Strategies explores some of the options Over the past month …
NSW pharmacist update
Information from the Pharmaceutical Services Unit (PSU) The PDL Professional Officers often receive enquiries relating to the validity of psychostimulant prescriptions written for NSW patients. The Pharmaceutical Services …
Notice of 2024 Director elections
Election of PDL Directors to the National Board The following vacancies will occur as of the date of the next Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, 17 October …