Forefront

Forefront is a monthly e-newsletter from the Pharmacy Guild of Australia.

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Forefront | 11 Dec 2024

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Parliamentary dinner announcement marks milestone for pharmacy profession

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia's Annual Parliamentary Dinner, held last month, brought together nearly 400 politicians, stakeholders, and Guild members in a celebration of community pharmacy's vital role in Australia's healthcare system. The event provided a unique opportunity for networking, collaboration, and showcasing the achievements of the sector.

Community pharmacy ready to play leading role in efforts to eliminate HIV by 2030

Collaborative whole-of-health-system effort, with pharmacists playing a key role, will be key to eliminating bloodborne viruses and STIs, writes Guild national president, Professor Trent Twomey.

Towards 2035 – Together, let’s shape the future of community pharmacy

The Australian healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, presenting both challenges and opportunities for community pharmacy. To adapt to these changes and continue its mission of supporting members and their patients, the Guild is in the process of developing Towards 2035, a new strategic plan.

Renewed agreement to support pharmacy graduates

For up-and-coming pharmacists, those early in their careers, and those who value high quality education for the wellbeing of the profession, a healthy partnership between the National Australian Pharmacy Students' Association (NAPSA) and the Australasian College of Pharmacy (College) is great news.

Community pharmacy delivering for Tasmanians

Since March, there have been more than 5000 visits to a pharmacy for uncomplicated UTI treatment.

APP2025: A glimpse at what’s to come!

The APP2025 program is shaping up to provide exciting and transformative growth opportunities for the community pharmacy sector.

Health practitioners key to tackling family violence

Australia's health practitioner regulators have united to release a Joint Statement on Family Violence by Regulators of Health Practitioners, reinforcing their shared commitment to addressing family violence as a critical public health issue.

New leadership for the RUM Project

After 25 years, Warwick Plunkett has stepped down as Chair of the Return Unwanted Medicines (RUM) Project with Australasian College of Pharmacy CEO Amanda Seeto has been elected as his successor.

Forefront | 14 Nov 2024

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Community pharmacy’s evolution

Next year is the final 12 months of the Guild’s current 10-year plan, Community Pharmacy 2025. It’s a strategy that has served both community pharmacists and patients well, guiding our response to a global pandemic, helping achieve cheaper medicines for all Australians, and critically, preserving our proven community pharmacy model.

Community pharmacy leads nation-wide transformation of women’s health services

Australian women in every state and territory can now access treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections at a community pharmacy, without a prescription.

Democracy supports community pharmacy doing more

The Guild congratulated the Queensland Liberal National Party on winning government and the ACT Labor Green Coalition on holding office in their respective October elections.

Community pharmacy the only frontline health care in 332 rural towns: Rural Health Month

November is Rural Health Month, a time for healthcare professionals across Australia to come together to celebrate rural health.

More boosts for maternal and women’s healthcare

Expectant mothers in Australia will soon benefit from new healthcare options that make essential services more accessible and affordable.

Report confirms critical role of pharmacies during the pandemic

The recent COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report highlighted the contributions of frontline healthcare providers, including community pharmacists, who played a critical role in delivering life-saving services throughout the pandemic. The report praised how swiftly the sector adapted to meet unprecedented challenges and underlines the importance of empowering health professionals to operate to their full scope of practice, particularly in times of crisis.

Sigma & Chemist Warehouse goes ahead despite Guild’s warnings

Earlier this month, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) approved the proposed merger between Chemist Warehouse and Sigma Healthcare, subject to the fulfillment of certain undertakings by Sigma.

‘Be Kind in Retail’ campaign urges community kindness this Christmas

A coalition of retail, pharmacy, security, cleaning, and convenience industry groups has launched the ‘Be Kind in Retail’ campaign for the Christmas period in 2024, urging the public to treat retail workers with respect and kindness. The campaign comes after rising instances of abuse and violence in retail environments have raised concerns across the sector.

Making a difference: Community pharmacists recognised

Three outstanding pharmacists have recently been recognised for their impactful contributions to their communities’ healthcare.

Re-thinking corporate vaccination: convenience and accessibility

Flu season is costly for employers, with absenteeism due to illness taking a significant toll on productivity and resources, costing Australian businesses billions annually. Workplace vaccination programs can reduce flu-related absenteeism by up to 40%, significantly lowering the risk of illness spreading within the office.

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