THE New Zealand Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Authority (Medsafe) has updated its alert around the short supply of Sinemet (carbidopa + levodopa) products.
Medsafe says there is potential for confusion among prescribers and dispensing pharmacists.
See details at medsafe.govt.nz.
PIONEERING pharmacist-led men’s health initiative, Men’s Health Downunder (MHDU), has expanded internationally and is now starting to provide the same expert services in a number of locations across the Republic of Ireland.
IN A move that reflects the expanded scope of practice in nursing, the Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH) has appointed Nurse Practitioner Peter Cirocco (pictured) to its Editorial Advisory Committee, continuing its commitment to the evolving needs of health professionals.
THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has launched the PSA Standards for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Pharmacists, with the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) Accreditation Standards for CPD Activities set to retire on 31 Dec 2025 (PD 30 Jun).
