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The Australian Journal of Pharmacy (AJP) is Australia's oldest continually published magazine (kicking off in 1886) - it's been the voice of pharmacy ever since
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“It is not too late” to get an influenza vaccination, the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing says, as Australia sees a late surge in infections
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Experts flag ‘unusual’ spike in flu cases | AJP
“It is not too late” to get an influenza vaccination, the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing says, as Australia sees a late surge in infections
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December 16, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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PSA publishes seven CPD standards for pharmacists ahead of retirement of APC’s accreditation standards
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New CPD standards released | AJP
PSA publishes seven CPD standards for pharmacists ahead of retirement of APC's accreditation standards
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December 15, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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👂Heard the latest? 🎧 The AJP Podcast speaks to pharmacist Keegan Wong about the impact of the stricter 1 July vaping regulations ajp.com.au/podcast/we-a...
'We are really starting to see the impact of those stricter vaping regulations on the ground' | The AJP Podcast
The podcast by pharmacists, for pharmacists, brought to you by the AJP. Each episode, join a diverse panel of pharmacists from all settings and experience levels discussing topics that affect pharmaci...
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December 11, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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A Sydney pharmacy was at one time the biggest purchaser of Rikodeine in the state… but its owner also faced complaints of “atrocious” record keeping and inappropriate dispensing
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Former proprietor of ‘target for Rikodeine shoppers’ faces tribunal | AJP
A Sydney pharmacy was at one time the biggest purchaser of Rikodeine in the state… but its owner also faced complaints of “atrocious” record keeping and inappropriate dispensing The Civil ...
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December 10, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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New president named to lead the PSA in 2026, as Fei Sim steps down ajp.com.au/news/now-is-...
‘Now is the right time for new leadership’ | AJP
New president named to lead the PSA in 2026, as Sim steps down
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December 8, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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ACCESS NOW on demand: our webinar panel of specialists in pharmacist wellbeing, peer support and mental health share tips on surviving the holiday season
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WATCH: A survival guide to the silly season | AJP
The ‘most wonderful’ time of the year can also be the most stressful in pharmacy. Our webinar panel of specialists in pharmacist wellbeing, peer support and mental health share tips ...
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December 7, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Australian Clinical Pharmacy Award winner Dr Jonathan Penm has told colleagues why pharmacists are perfectly placed as researchers… and advised they have fun along the way
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‘Few professionals have both perspectives’ | AJP
Australian Clinical Pharmacy Award winner Dr Jonathan Penm has told colleagues why pharmacists are perfectly placed as researchers... and advised they have fun along the way Advanced Pharmacy Australi...
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December 3, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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LAST CHANCE to register for tomorrow's webinar | Our specially-chosen panellists will help you navigate the busiest time of the year and make it to the other side, not only in one piece but ready for 2026 ajp.com.au/.../a-surviv...
December 1, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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This World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week, pharmacy and doctor groups weigh in on the role of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship
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‘The cost of inaction is profound’ | AJP
This World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week, pharmacy and doctor groups weigh in on the role of pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship Pharmacist-led antimicrobial stewardship is “not o...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:22 AM
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Take one busy pharmacy, throw in extra scripts, muddle with gift sales (I'd like that wrapped please) and a dash of that snowman song on a loop over the speakers, and that's one potent Christmas cocktail! A survival guide to the silly season | 03/12/25 | 8-9pm AEDT | ajp.com.au/events/a-sur...
A survival guide to the silly season | AJP
The ‘most wonderful’ time of the year can also be the most stressful in pharmacy. Our webinar panel of specialists in pharmacist wellbeing, peer support and mental health share tips ...
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November 24, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Pharmacists highlight a lack of education about dispensing medicinal cannabis, as well as worries about regulatory compliance
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Medicinal cannabis ‘clear disconnect’ between support and practice | AJP
Pharmacists highlight a lack of education about dispensing medicinal cannabis, as well as worries about regulatory compliance Healthtech company Montu has released the results of a national survey it ...
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November 19, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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AdPha and hospital pharmacists look at unlikely, disruptive events for the first time in their forecast – and there’s much more to it than the shadow of another pandemic
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Is Australia ready for a ‘black swan’ event? | AJP
Hospital pharmacists look at unlikely, disruptive events for the first time in their forecast – and there’s much more to it than the shadow of another pandemic Advanced Pharmacy Australia ...
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November 18, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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The ‘most wonderful’ time of the year can also be the most stressful in pharmacy. Our webinar panel of specialists in pharmacist wellbeing, peer support and mental health share tips on surviving the holiday season - with PSS | 03/12/25 | 8pm AEDT | Register now!
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A survival guide to the silly season | AJP
The ‘most wonderful’ time of the year can also be the most stressful in pharmacy. Our webinar panel of specialists in pharmacist wellbeing, peer support and mental health share tips ...
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November 12, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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Students’ education “must reflect the reality of modern patient care”, Guild leader says
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Integrate prescribing into base pharmacy degree: Twomey | AJP
Students’ education “must reflect the reality of modern patient care”, Guild leader says
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November 10, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Pharmacists and their colleagues are planning strike action on Friday following an “unacceptable” offer from Queensland Health
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‘You’re gambling with patient safety,’ union tells Qld Health | AJP
Pharmacists and their colleagues are planning strike action on Friday following an “unacceptable” offer from Queensland Health The United Workers Union says that its members have overwhelmingly voted ...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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CONGRATULATIONS ANGELO! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Angelo Pricolo recounts how a career in pharmacy has led to the making of documentaries, including his latest film 'Signorinella: Little Miss'. It's on general release at Palace Cinemas nationally from October 30. ajp.com.au/in-depth/tal...
Pharmacist or filmmaker? | AJP
Who would think a career in pharmacy would lead to the making of film festival quality documentaries? Sitting in lectures at the Victorian College of Pharmacy (VCP) in the mid-80s ...
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November 5, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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The TGA says more sunscreens have voluntarily cancelled their registrations amid SPF fears
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More sunscreens under a cloud | AJP
The TGA says more sunscreens have voluntarily cancelled their registrations amid SPF fears The health product regulator has expanded the list of sunscreens that have been paused, pulled or voluntarily...
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November 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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“A national endorsement for pharmacist prescribing is the next logical step in… evolving practice to meet the needs and demands of patients and across our health system”
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Pharmacy presents united front on prescribing | AJP
“A national endorsement for pharmacist prescribing is the next logical step in... evolving practice to meet the needs and demands of patients and across our health system,” a pharmacy leader says
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October 30, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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There are good clinical and commercial opportunities in pharmacy, but young pharmacists need to look for them, the Guild’s national president says
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Opportunities in underserviced areas: Twomey | AJP
There are good clinical and commercial opportunities in pharmacy, but young pharmacists need to look for them, the Guild’s national president says
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October 28, 2025 at 6:02 AM
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PSA names 2025 Queensland Pharmacist of the Year, ECP of the Year and more ⭐🏆⭐
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‘Outstanding’ pharmacists recognised for excellence | AJP
PSA names 2025 Queensland Pharmacist of the Year, ECP of the Year and more Peter Fairgray has been named Queensland Pharmacist of the Year for 2025 by the PSA Queensland ...
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October 22, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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The Australasian College of Pharmacy’s transition comes at a “pivotal time” for pharmacy, says one stakeholder group

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Unity ‘empowers’ the profession | AJP
The Australasian College of Pharmacy’s transition comes at a “pivotal time” for pharmacy, says one stakeholder group On Monday (20 October 2025), the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia announced that...
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October 21, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Don't leave all your CPD till next September! Start as you mean to go on with this article by PDL about professional boundaries. They protect both patient and pharmacist by allowing them to engage safely and effectively in a therapeutic relationship. ajp.com.au/cpd-activiti...
Professional, not personal: maintaining professional boundaries | AJP
Professional boundaries not only promote good care for patients, they protect both patient and pharmacist by allowing both parties to engage safely and effectively in a therapeutic relationship. By Am...
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October 14, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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PDL reveals its top 10 most reported medicines over the last financial year—and the recurring themes in incidents ajp.com.au/news/austral...
Australia’s most reported medicines | AJP
PDL reveals its top 10 most reported medicines over the last financial year—and the recurring themes in incidents Each year, PDL reviews data reported by members, and reflects on the ...
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October 9, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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Pharmacists and industry leaders reflect on how the UTI consult service has been tracking since its remarkable nationwide expansion, and what it might mean for other professional services

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Professional services: UTI consults are a ‘step forward’ for pharmacy | AJP
Pharmacists and industry leaders reflect on how the urinary tract infection (UTI) consult service has been tracking since its remarkable nationwide expansion, and what it might mean for other professi...
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October 8, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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The ATO has released the tax returns of thousands of large corporates, with high profile pharma companies among those who paid no tax last year
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The pharma giants who paid the least tax | AJP
The ATO has released the tax returns of thousands of large corporates, with high profile pharma companies among those who paid no tax last year A report card from the ...
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October 7, 2025 at 12:41 AM