Western Australian pharmacists are already authorised to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women and provide consultations for the resupply of oral contraceptive pills.
On 9 August 2024 at the WA Pharmacy Forum, Hon Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA, Western Australian Minister for Health, announced that by the end of 2026, pharmacists will be able to treat a broader range of everyday health conditions, including shingles, acne, dermatitis, musculoskeletal pain and inflammation, nausea and vomiting, and wound management.
For more details, visit WA Health UTI Treatment and Oral Contraceptive Resupply.