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Dispensary Corner 24 Nov 16
Thursday | Nov 24 2016FAMOUS anime character Sailor Moon has been recruited by Japan to raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections such as HIV and syphilis.
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Patient-centred care resources needed
Thursday | Nov 24 2016A survey of Australian health workforce organisations conducted by the Consumers Health Forum has found a "gap between belief and practice" in patient-centred care, with respondents acknowledging they are insufficiently resourced to promote customer-focused services.
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Sugar tax fightback
Thursday | Nov 24 2016THE Australasian Association of Convenience Stores has released research claiming a majority of Australians believe a tax on sugary beverages would be ineffective in the fight against obesity and cardiovascular disease.
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No vax, no school
Thursday | Nov 24 2016PROPOSED changes to the NSW Public Health Act could see unvaccinated school students banned from classrooms during disease outbreaks.
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PBS cost recovery
Thursday | Nov 24 2016THE Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) has posted a summary document clarifying its cost recovery system relating to listings of medicines, vaccines and other products or services on the PBS or National Immunisation Program (NIP).
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CW goes B&W
Thursday | Nov 24 2016CHEMIST Warehouse (CW) has announced a partnership with the Collingwood Magpies Netball Team for the inaugural season of the Super Netball League for 2017.
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Emerging researcher
Thursday | Nov 24 2016PHARMACIST Dr Emily Reeve has been honoured among finalists in the Bupa Health Foundation 2016 Emerging Health Research Award.
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Reviewing vet’s meds
Thursday | Nov 24 2016THE Veteran's MATES service has highlighted issues around the complexity of taking many medicines, recommending a Home Medicines Review with a local pharmacist and doctor.
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Hospital placements urged
Thursday | Nov 24 2016PHARMACY students should be required to undertake at least a three week hospital placement in the third or fourth year of their degree, according to a new position statement from The National Australian Pharmacy Students' Association this week.
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G&M Goats Milk and Emu Oil MKII
Wednesday | Nov 23 2016G&M Australian Creams are 100% Australian made, are lightweight and have a quick absorption rate into the skin.
