THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) South Australia President Dr Manya Angley said the govt's support for around-the-clock access to pharmacist expertise will reduce pressure on emergency departments (PD 05 Dec).
Three pharmacies have been selected to participate in the program covering Central, North and South Adelaide.
"Healthcare needs can change unpredictably at all hours of the day or night.
"Twenty-four hour access to pharmacists gives Adelaide residents peace of mind that if they are sick or need after hours health advice, they will be able to access expert care from a trusted health professional," Angley said.
Around 250,000 Australians are hospitalised each year, with another 400,000 presenting to emergency departments as a result of medication misadventure.
"Giving South Australians another option for after-hours care will improve health outcomes, and reduce pressure on emergency departments.
"People who require medicines for pain management or other palliative care medicines can be assured they can access them around-the-clock, along with the advice and expertise of pharmacists ready to help".
She added PSA will continue to work on this initiative with the South Australian govt.
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