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A weighty issue
Overweight and obesity are a big problem in Australia. How can pharmacists help to tackle it and reduce the burden of disease? Sheshtyn Paola investigates KEY POINTS: Two in three …
Leaders in harm reduction
Long considered a “fringe” area of practice for pharmacists, harm minimisation programs are making a huge difference in patients’ lives. Sheshtyn Paola speaks with pharmacists at the forefront of this …
‘Everyone has a right to feel safe’
Pharmacists are speaking up about their experiences with workplace bullying, but how can you respond in this situation? Experts share their advice Consultant pharmacist Emily Griffin spent “many years” at …
Seeing ways to support eye health
Awareness, early detection and regular eye checks are crucial to preserving vision and eye health Around one in seven Australians over the age of 50 years has signs of age-related …
Scratching the itch
Pharmacist experts on eczema share their tips and tricks to diagnosing, treating and managing this common skin condition With nearly three million Australians suffering from eczema (atopic dermatitis), it’s important …
Vitamins, minerals and supplements: filling the gaps
The vitamins and supplements market is booming. Yet, while finding your niche may seem like a huge challenge, pharmacists Jessica Jones and Karen Brown show that it is possible to …
Banner groups: finding the right fit
There’s safety in numbers, but pharmacists need to carefully consider a range of factors when deciding which franchise they should join, writes Nick O’Donoghue Pharmacy owners have plenty of …
My mistake: pharmacists, the second victims of errors
How are pharmacists impacted when they make a mistake in a professional capacity—and what can they do to regain their confidence? Megan Haggan investigates Nobody is immune to making errors—and …
Take a moment for menopause
Pharmacists can offer knowledge, education and support to empower women and improve their quality of life through menopause and beyond, writes Leanne Philpott Key points The average age of menopause …
Children’s asthma: the risk when returning to school
The return to school should be an exciting time for students, but it can also mean a higher risk of asthma flare-ups, writes Leanne Philpott Key points: Around 8% of …
Playing a leading role
With pharmacist vaccinations continuing to expand, we review the space, and see how others have safely rolled out vax programs in their pharmacies It’s safe to say the pharmacist workforce …
Looking at ibuprofen and paracetamol
With the rescheduling of paracetamol and the publicity around OTC analgesics, it’s time to discuss their safety profiles, use in different patient groups, and the pharmacist’s role in counselling patients …