Headlines
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NSW votes for change
Friday | May 31 2024THIS week, sweeping changes saw the Pharmacy Guild of Australia state elections vote in five CAPS candidates in NSW, sending a clear message that voters want a new style of leadership (PD 30 May).
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Telstra Health buys Fred IT
Thursday | May 30 2024TELSTRA Health is set to acquire the remaining 50% stake in Fred IT Group, an Australian technology provider for the pharmacy sector (PD breaking news).
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EC pill not stocked by all
Thursday | May 30 2024THE availability of first-line oral emergency contraceptives in Australian community pharmacies is concerning, with a national survey revealing that nearly one-third of pharmacies do not stock the ulipristal acetate pill, according to Flinders University.
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WA, Qld and NSW expand their scope
Wednesday | May 29 2024PHARMACISTS in Western Australia will be able to resupply oral contraceptives as part of a new pilot program, as Queensland clocks up over 10,000 visits by women seeking in-pharmacy treatments for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTI).
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$10k to boost Tas hospital pharmacists
Tuesday | May 28 2024A NEW initiative to support hospital pharmacists in Tasmania was recently announced by the state's Health Minister, Guy Barnett.
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Viatris’ new dynamic portal
Tuesday | May 28 2024VIATRIS Australia has launched a comprehensive learning online portal to support all pharmacists as scope of practice expands.
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Drug shortage worsens
Monday | May 27 2024AUSTRALIA'S extensive medicine shortages are continuing with more than 400 drugs facing deficits, according to the latest data from the TGA.
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Senate push on vape bill
Monday | May 27 2024THE Australian Medical Association (AMA) has aligned with 11 prominent education and parent groups urging legislators to swiftly enact vaping reforms, echoing growing concerns about the adverse effects of vaping on children's health and development.
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Supply crunch with replica drug ban
Friday | May 24 2024PATIENTS who legitimately need compounded Ozempic should still have access to the medication, even if a government ban comes into effect, advises the Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF).