Pentobarbital: Dangerous, deadly and controversial
Pentobarbital has a bad reputation. Better known by its famous brand name, Nembutal, the barbiturate was linked to the death of film star Marilyn Monroe.
What pharmacists need to know about new prescribing pilots
On 19 February, NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced that a proposed pharmacist prescribing pilot would go ahead.
Dos and don’ts of palliative care
How pharmacists can support patients in the end-of-life period.
UTI treatment pilot program starts in Queensland pharmacies
Queensland women now have access to immediate advice and treatment, including supply of antibiotics when appropriate, for uncomplicated urinary tract infections through their participating community pharmacy.
NSW pharmacies to offer COVID-19 vaccine to under-40s
About 450 community pharmacies in New South Wales will be able to administer the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to patients under 40 years of age from next week, the NSW Premier announced today.
Acute care opioid prescribing overhauled
A new standard of care will help to prevent long-term reliance on opioid analgesics used for acute pain.
