THE South Australian Office of the Chief Pharmacist has confirmed that pharmacists in the state can now administer medicines to patients, a move welcomed by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA).
The development marks progress toward national consistency in pharmacists' scope of practice, allowing them to administer certain medicines across all states and territories.
PSA SA/NT President Dr Manya Angley celebrated the decision, highlighting its impact on patient access to timely care and improved health outcomes.
"This aligns with the PSA's vision for 2030, advocating for expanded roles for pharmacists," commented Dr Angley.
PSA National President A/Prof Fei Sim emphasised the readiness of community pharmacists to embrace these new responsibilities.
"Pharmacists are highly trained professionals, and we urge governments to support the necessary changes to improve patient care access," she said.
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