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NPS Media Releases – 1. Gut Health & Amtibiotics 2. Antibiotic Resistance 3. Hand Hygiene 4. Antibiotic Awareness Week
THURSDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2016 ANTIBIOTICS AND GUT HEALTH: FINDING THE RIGHT BALANCE This Antibiotic Awareness Week (14-20 November), Australians are being urged to handle antibiotics with care—not just because of the threat of antibiotic resistance, but because their use can also result in significant side effects. NPS MedicineWise medical adviser Dr Jeannie Yoo says that…
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PSA Media Releases – 1. PSA members dominate “Women of Influence” Survey 2. Professor Maree Smith wins award 3. Pharmacists Share Journeys
PSA members dominate ‘Women of Influence’ survey November 2, 2016 Nearly all of the 10 ‘Women of Influence’ pharmacists announced this week are committed and influential members or staff of the peak national body for pharmacists, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia. The popular online survey saw around 2,000 votes for almost 300 women working as pharmacists across…
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ASMI Media Releases – Diamond Awards Winners
ASMI congratulates Diamond Awards winners Celebrating marketing and sales excellence in the non-prescription medicines industry 28 October, 2016 – The Australian Self Medication Industry (ASMI) recognised excellence in sales and marketing at the prestigious Diamond Awards dinner last night, which were attended by more than 200 leading lights of the industry over a sumptuous dinner…
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PSA Media Releases – Multi Releases for October 2016
Support to continue for Advanced Practice Pharmacists Strong support will continue for Advanced Practice Pharmacists to ensure excellence in pharmacist care and deliver better health outcomes for all Australians, the peak national body for pharmacists, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) said today. PSA reiterated its support for Advanced Practice Pharmacists following a decision by the Australian…
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ASMI Media Release – TGA announces NSAIDs review
TGA announces NSAIDs review 11 October 2016 The TGA’s publication of a review for non-aspirin NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) found that current advisory statements on labels did not consistently address risks, and this has resulted in a proposal to review the requirements. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are trying to…
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NPS Media Releases for October 2016
20 OCTOBER 2016 ANKLE & KNEE IMAGING: NEW PROGRAM ON YOUR IMAGING CHOICES NPS MedicineWise has this week launched a new health professional program on ankle and knee imaging—developed in conjunction with musculoskeletal experts and in line with RANZCR, Australian Physiotherapy Association and Australian College of Nursing Choosing Wisely Australia® recommendations and RACGP clinical guidance for MRI referral.…
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PSA Media Releases – 1. MBS Review 2. Your CPD Plan
MBS Review an opportunity for pharmacists in collaborative care September 2016 Expanding innovative models of evidence-based, inter-professional health care and better utilising the role of highly-trained pharmacists will improve patient outcomes and ease the burden on medical professionals, the peak organisation for pharmacists, the PSA said today. An interim report released by the Federal Government today on…
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ASMI Media Releases – 1. ASMI Welcomes Medicine Regulation 2. Tambassis to Present Pharmacy Opportunities at ASMI Conference
ASMI welcomes the majority of the Federal Government’s decisions on the regulation of medicines Sydney, 15 September 2016 – The Australian Self Medication Industry (ASMI) welcomed the majority of the Federal Government’s decisions regarding the regulation of medicines and medical devices. Of all relevant recommendations to non-prescription medicines, ASMI is aligned with almost all of…
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NPS Media Releases – Australian Prescriber
Latest Edition of Australian Prescriber NEW DRUG Dust mite allergen extract for allergic rhinitis Find out what it is, how it is taken, and its safety and efficacy in clinical trials. Join the Australian Prescriber Twitter community Follow us on twitter Keep up to date with drugs and therapeutics. Follow us ►
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PSA Media Releases 1. Health Destination Pharmacies World Leaders 2. Peak Body Welcomes Home Healthcare Program 3. Free CPD Programs
Health Destination leads the world in pharmacy practice improvement August 29, 2016 Australia’s world-class, innovative Health Destination Pharmacy program has been honoured with a high-profile international Award for practice improvement, the peak national body for pharmacists the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) said today. Accepted by PSA in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the evidence-based Health Destination program won…