News
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Diabetes meds risk
Thursday | May 23 2024RESEARCH has found the rising use of insulin and ongoing high use of another antidiabetic drug, sulfonylureas, are both associated with heightened risk of hypoglycaemia in aged care residents with diabetes.
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Avian influenza strain found in Victoria
Thursday | May 23 2024BIRD flu or avian influenza has been detected on an egg farm in Victoria's west, according to Agriculture Victoria.
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Program helps bridge ownership gap
Wednesday | May 22 2024PHARMACY broker AP Group has launched a Junior Partnership Program designed to facilitate the challenging transition from employee to pharmacy owner.
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Winners of Amcal awards
Wednesday | May 22 2024AMCAL Pharmacy Emerton in Western Sydney, led by Margaret and Curtis Rahnau, has been honoured as the Amcal Pharmacy of the Year 2024 at its national conference in Sydney.
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Ban on fake drugs
Wednesday | May 22 2024IN A significant crackdown on counterfeit medication, the government has announced it will ban compounding pharmacists from producing generic versions of drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, effective from Oct.
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SHPA signals new era with changes
Wednesday | May 22 2024THE Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) has overwhelmingly approved the addition of an elected Technician Member to its Board of Directors, as announced by SHPA President Tom Simpson.
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DCO partnership
Wednesday | May 22 2024DIRECT Chemist Outlet (DCO) has announced a significant enhancement in its supply chain through a new two-year agreement with Arrotex Pharmaceuticals.
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Grow with TWC
Wednesday | May 22 2024TERRYWHITE Chemmart's (TWC) commitment to business excellence and health expertise can help drive profitability for your business, as well as add value for your pharmacy customers.
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Palliative care gap
Wednesday | May 22 2024DURING National Palliative Care Week, on until 25 May, peak healthcare organisations are uniting to address the urgent need for enhanced services in rural and regional communities in Australia.
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Dispensary Corner 22 May 24
Wednesday | May 22 2024LATE-NIGHT pharmacists in Sydney have a new ally in Scott Taylor, the "Conflict Whisperer", who's on a mission to tame the wild spirits of the city's nightlife.