Good results from pharmacists in general practice: Study A literature review suggests basing pharmacists in general practice leads to ‘positive’ outcomes – but more evidence may be needed.
RACGP welcomes increased pharmacy funding The 2023–24 financial year has ushered in new measures targeted at supporting community pharmacies.
What’s been included in the first stage of 60-day dispensing? Ninety-two medicines could become eligible for extended dispensing as early as September.
RACGP moves to shore up wavering support for 60-day dispensing Amid reports of crossbenchers becoming wary of the reform, the college has co-signed an open letter outlining the expected benefits for both patients and the primary care system.
‘Clear and consistent’ telehealth rules to start in September A widely foreshadowed Medical Board crackdown on so-called ‘tick and flick’ prescribing will come into force later this year.
New contract secures immediate future of subsidised ePrescriptions The deal means practices will not incur transaction costs for sending a prescription token or repeat token via SMS or email.
Confusion over UTI pharmacy prescribing ethics approval The NSW pharmacy prescribing trial is still yet to be registered with ANZCTR, despite its first phase having already begun.
Why 60-day dispensing concerns are overblown Pharmacist-turned-GP Dr Mark Raines explains why he believes many of the measure’s criticisms are exaggerated.
Evidence of ‘protocol deviation’ in Queensland UTI pilot The full evaluation of the UTI pharmacy prescribing pilot shows 192 women who received antibiotics should have been referred to a GP.
TGA confirms reduced paracetamol pack sizes The changes, due to come into effect from February 2025, are aimed at reducing Australian overdose and death numbers.