News
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GDM-autism link
Monday | Sep 15 2025A NEW analysis of global evidence suggests that experiencing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)during pregnancy is linked with a decline in intellectual function among mothers, and may increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and ADHD in children.
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Dispensary Corner 15 Sep 25
Monday | Sep 15 2025EVERYBODY needs a 'comfort break' from time to time, but one medical professional probably took it too far.
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$1m for women’s health
Friday | Sep 12 2025THE Sisterhood Foundation has announced an additional $1 million funding commitment to support neglected areas in women's health, following the release of a new report produced in partnership with Monash University, Women Deserve Better.
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TWC launches prescriber CPD
Friday | Sep 12 2025TERRYWHITE Chemmart has announced the expansion of its flagship Masterclass education program with the launch of Masterclass Prescriber, a dedicated professional development stream designed to support the network's pharmacists practicing under the full scope of practice model.
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New Pharmacy Board appointments
Friday | Sep 12 2025IN ANNOUNCING re-appointed and new members of Ahpra and National Boards, Health Ministers have confirmed the appointment of Dr Miranda Batten as ACT practitioner member to the Pharmacy Board of Australia, with Gail Mulcair joining her as community member.
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All treat, no tricks
Friday | Sep 12 2025CUSTOMERS have a chance to win the ultimate Halloween treat haul - a year's supply of Glucojel products.
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Tassie vape blitz
Friday | Sep 12 2025A BLITZ on the sale of illegal vaping goods in Tasmania, led by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and the Tasmanian Department of Health, has reinforced the Federal Government's "zero-tolerance" policy on illegal vape sales.
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Pall care services under pressure
Friday | Sep 12 2025A NEW report from Palliative Care Australia is "a wake-up call for funders and policymakers", said CEO Camilla Rowland.
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APC releases five-year vision
Friday | Sep 12 2025THE Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has released its five-year strategy for pharmacy education and assessment in Australia, setting out four key themes that will guide its work through to 2030.
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Dispensary Corner 12 Sep 25
Friday | Sep 12 2025IN addition to helping you see more clearly, glasses may also help ease dementia symptoms - a new type of hi-tech glasses, that is.
