RACGP opposes push to expand pharmacist scope in Queensland The RACGP is firmly opposing efforts in Queensland to allow pharmacists to become prescribers, warning that the move risks public health.
RACGP urges patients to make time for health checks in general practice The RACGP says fast, free advice from the local pharmacy may sound good on the surface, but making time for your regular GP is a better long-term health strategy.
A question of continuity: Keeping prescriptions in general practice RACGP Queensland Chair Dr Bruce Willett examines the issue of whether pharmacists should have the power to prescribe medications.
Pharmacists’ codeine fears overstated, GP says While pharmacists have raised concerns about a shortage of low-dose codeine, Dr Evan Ackermann, a GP with a special interest in drugs of dependence, says the evidence supports up-scheduling.
Government ignores recommendations from pharmacy review The RACGP is disappointed at the ‘squandered opportunity’ for the Federal Government to make necessary reforms to the pharmacy sector.
GP questions study claiming pharmacists in practices lead to better outcomes Prominent healthcare quality expert Dr Evan Ackermann has told newsGP there are issues with a study suggesting placing pharmacists in general practices leads to a reduction in drug-related problems.
GPs criticise Pharmacy Guild on codeine rescheduling Prominent GP Dr Evan Ackermann is critical of the Pharmacy Guild’s recent action of sending a letter to Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt seeking to maintain over-the-counter access to codeine-based medications.