Retail Pharmacy

28/02/2023

Welcome to the March issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine!

This issue of the magazine, with its fresh look and feel and up-to-date articles and health features highlights the important topics related to the pharmacy industry.

From updating on the full scope of practice momentum following the recent National Cabinet discussion, to Boardroom Insights – a new feature providing business-focused mentoring insights – we’ve got you covered!

This month we’ve also featured the Australian Healthcare Index, which provides valuable insights into the healthcare experience of more than 11,000 Australians surveyed.

Our Pharmacy for the Community feature spotlights the partnership between the Hands of Rescue Foundation and Brisbane’s MSI Taylor Business service in helping to reduce maternal death rates across Papua New Guinea.

TerryWhite Chemmart Arana Hills pharmacy is also featured this month, highlighting Karen Brown’s award-winning pharmacy and Batch Tested platform.

Along with these special features, this month’s magazine is also packed with a range of need-to-know content, including the benefits of pre- and probiotics, the challenges of multi-medication and polypharmacy, and much more!

We hope you enjoy this issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine and we look forward to seeing many of you at APP2023!

https://retailpharmacymagazine.com.au/magazine/retail-pharmacy-march-2023/

31/01/2023

The February issue of Retail Pharmacy Magazine is out now!

Welcome to our first issue for 2023 - packed with key industry insights, along with new and unique features - exclusive to Retail Pharmacy.

Featuring important sector and Full Scope of Practice updates, Product of the Year winners, along with our comprehensive Children’s Health Feature, the diversity of new contributors and features for 2023 starts with this February issue, including the first article from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health advocate Leilani Pearce.

In our Exclusive Interviews we speak with Andrew Vidler - General Manager of Priceline Pharmacy, Vito Borrello - CEO of National Pharmacies, and for our Pharmacy Profile this month, we speak with pharmacist Sean Dodd from John Dodd Pharmacy in Griffith, NSW.

Our new monthly feature “Pharmacy for the Community” showcases the achievements and partnerships pharmacies undertake in contributing even more to the communities and charitable endeavours they are passionate about, and feature the Fullife foundation and their great work improving the health of women and children in Ethiopia.

Just as the magazine has adapted to disruptive changes in news delivery over the past two decades, we’re committed to ensuring our readers stay up to date with relevant advancements in technology, in terms of pharmaceutical and product innovations as well as business operations. Our monthly tech feature by Sam Turner - General Manager, Scrypt Ventures, will cover what you need to know from policy to point of sale

We also welcome new and returning contributors to Retail Pharmacy this month; Finance expert Frank Sirianni from Medici Capital, Strategy and Leadership expert Dr Monique Beedles PhD FAICD CAMA, and Healthcare Law specialist Sarah Stoddart from Vitality Law Australia ― bringing you more valuable insights and expertise, to assist you on your journey through your career.

Our Children’s Health Series features the key areas of VMS, skin care, chronic care, pain management, integrated care, respiratory health, along with other topics significant to each age group, and the role of community pharmacists in supporting families and their children to live healthy lives to the fullest.

A feature-packed issue of RP magazine, and one not to be missed. Make sure you get your copy by subscribing - click on the link to log in and view the magazine:

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30/11/2022

The December issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine is out now!

Welcome to our 2022 Annual Report issue, which includes insights from key industry figures, shopper insight data from IRI and the 2022 State of the Industry Annual Report to help you and your pharmacies to stay ahead of the game and ready for another big year in 2023.

Our Annual Report issue is packed with industry updates, features, and interviews with key industry figures that take a look back at the year that was. We update you on the latest in the scope of practice space and speak with PSA National President Dr Fei Sim in our Exclusive Interview. Our Pharmacy Profile spotlights Fullife Pharmacies Director Ian Shanks. We continue the conversation around medicinal cannabis, focusing on CBD and the role of pharmacists in this evolving area of healthcare. Our Health Series features look at key topics in pain management, VMS, respiratory, skin care, chronic care, and gut health. And our Business Through Innovation features cover prominent business topics with the aim of keeping your pharmacies thriving into 2023 and beyond.

It’s another packed issue of RP magazine and definitely one not to be missed. So, make sure you take a moment and have a good read.

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29/06/2022

Retail Pharmacy magazine July issue is out now!

Winter has certainly arrived in many parts of Australia, and as the country begins to shiver through what looks like a particularly chilly season, conditions are ripe for what experts are predicting to be one of the worst flu seasons in recent memory. That’s why this month we’ve packed this issue with information to get you through the wintry season. From information on vaccines to protecting those most vulnerable – we’ve got you covered.

Speaking of those more vulnerable to the negative effects of seasonal illness, this month we explore the role of tech and data in the management of type 1 diabetes and the role of community pharmacy in metabolic care. We also consider the important role that community pharmacy plays in supporting and working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the importance of listening, learning and cultural safety in this space. Our GI Health feature covers the pharmacy’s role in managing IBS, while our Oral Care Health feature considers the consequences of poor oral health in terms of health outcomes.

The start of the new financial year is always a busy period – our Business Through Innovation pages are sure to get you through. This month we also bring you our half-yearly State of the Industry Report providing insights into the key trends and how the industry has performed throughout the first half of 2022.

As always, we look at latest trends and attention-grabbing topics related to the most popular OTC categories in our Health Series, and cover the latest news, events, and campaigns that you don’t want to miss. There’s so much great info covered in this month’s issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine, so make sure you take a moment to get stuck in. You don’t want to miss out!

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27/05/2022

Retail Pharmacy magazine June issue is out now!

This month we have dedicated our June issue to Men’s Health. We have taken an exclusive dive into all the stages of men’s health and how pharmacy can make a difference in this space. One way pharmacy can make a difference in men’s health and in helping to build health environments for men is through participating in awareness events like Men’s Health Week (13-19 June), offering health checks, programs, and additional health-related services.

A pharmacy is so much more than a medicine dispensary and one pharmacy paving the way in the men’s health space is Cooleman Court Pharmacy in Canberra. This month we learn about the specialised services – such as Men’s Health Downunder – offered by the pharmacy and how you can incorporate it into your pharmacy.
Speaking of pharmacy achievements, this month we also speak with pharmacist Andrew Robinson from Amcal Tooronga in Melbourne, which is celebrating 50 years operations and learn about his reflections on this milestone and how the industry has evolved in that time.

In this issue, we also present our exclusive interviews with industry leaders, the latest news and events updates, products to stock on your shelves and much more! So, make sure you take the time to get stuck in.

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18/05/2022

In what has been 12 months in the making, Priceline Pharmacy’s new flagship store in Camberwell, Victoria held its grand opening on 17 May, welcoming locals and industry heavyweights to explore the future of pharmacy.

Priceline Australia

In what has been 12 months in the making, Priceline Pharmacy’s new flagship store in Camberwell, Victoria held its grand opening on 17 May, welcoming locals and industry heavyweights to explore the future of pharmacy. Breaking the traditional pharmacy mould, the new flagship store offers innovativ...

10/05/2022

As part of this year’s Melbourne Knowledge Week, researchers from Monash University will “bomb” signage across Melbourne with stickers containing braille to highlight the importance of accessibility.

“Through braille bombing, we are trying to invite people to experience a different world and learn, in a very tangible way, about what it means for our shared urban spaces to be more accessible,” Inclusive Technologies researcher and braille codes expert Leona Holloway said.

As part of this year’s Melbourne Knowledge Week, researchers from Monash University will “bomb” signage across Melbourne with stickers containing braille to highlight the importance of accessibility. “Through braille bombing, we are trying to invite people to experience a different world and...

29/04/2022

Retail Pharmacy magazine May issue is out now!

Our May issue is packed the latest health information, CPD, product updates, events, campaigns exclusive interviews and much more! Our health features cover topics looking at the latest in Mother & Baby, Coughs & Colds and Metabolic Health.

We speak with Vikesh Ramsunder, Dave Fenlon, Glenn Cochran and Greg Scarlett in our exclusive interviews, and feature pharmacist Movses Injejikian from Sydney’s TerryWhite Chemmart Matraville Pharmacy in our Pharmacy Profile.
Our regular BTI features discuss various pharmacy-related topics, including the rising costs and fear of inflation, your slice of the gross profit margin, counselling on pessary and suppository supply and what the obligations are under the Therapeutic Goods Advertising .

We look at latest trends and attention-grabbing topics related to the most popular OTC categories in our Health Series, and cover the latest ethical news, events, and campaigns that you don’t want to miss.
There’s so much great info covered in this month’s issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine, so make sure you take a moment to get stuck in. You don’t want to miss out!

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https://retailpharmacymagazine.com.au/magazine/retail-pharmacy-may-2022/

28/04/2022

Priceline Pharmacy put on its health and beauty event The Beauty Prescription Live in Sydney, revealing the top sellers, new products, and what’s on at Priceline Pharmacy.

The interactive trade show showcased 50 of Priceline Pharmacy’s key brands and their top-selling and new products to hit the market.
PriceLine Pharmacy

26/04/2022

Gilead Sciences Australia has announced that the first targeted medicine to treat an aggressive form of breast cancer, known as triple-negative breast cancer, will be funded by the Federal Government from 1 May 2022.

Gilead Sciences Australia has announced that the first targeted medicine to treat an aggressive form of breast cancer, known as triple-negative breast cancer, will be funded by the Federal Government from 1 May 2022. Trodelvy (sacituzumab govitecan) will become available on the Pharmaceutical Benefi...

25/04/2022

As we celebrated Earth Day on 22 April 2022, and with sustainability an important topic over recent years, Australians are increasingly compelled to care for the planet and to reduce their carbon footprint.

However, what many often overlook when it comes to making sustainable choices is the enormous impact simply daily routines such as the use of self-care products have on the environment.

As we celebrated Earth Day on 22 April 2022, and with sustainability an important topic over recent years, Australians are increasingly compelled to care for the planet and to reduce their carbon footprint. However, what many often overlook when it comes to making sustainable choices is the enormous...

21/04/2022

The temperature isn’t the only thing that changes in winter. Our skin becomes more sensitive to chilly temperatures and the drop in humidity.

The changes in our skin, however, are not just physical but emotional too, with new research from skincare brand Cetaphil finding that more than 8 million Australians (40%) feel they look older during the cooler months.

Galderma Cetaphil

The temperature isn’t the only thing that changes in winter. Our skin becomes more sensitive to chilly temperatures and the drop in humidity. The changes in our skin, however, are not just physical but emotional too, with new research from skincare brand Cetaphil finding that more than 8 million A...

13/04/2022

This year’s Pharmacy Connect annual conference will be held at the Hilton, Sydney CBD on 1-3 September. The conference’s focus is on meeting the needs identified by pharmacy owners, pharmacy managers, and manufacturers.

Former Guild National President Kos Sclavos AM says planning for the event is well underway and encourages those interested in attending to get in early to take full advantage of the Early Bird rates.

This year’s Pharmacy Connect annual conference will be held at the Hilton, Sydney CBD on 1-3 September. The conference’s focus is on meeting the needs identified by pharmacy owners, pharmacy managers, and manufacturers. Former Guild National President Kos Sclavos AM says planning for the event i...

12/04/2022

Supermarket giant Coles has partnered with The Resilience Project to provide a positive mental health program to help students build resilience and cope with stress.

The education partnership was officially launched on 11 April 2022 and will be delivered to 20 schools across Australia.

Supermarket giant Coles has partnered with The Resilience Project to provide a positive mental health program to help students build resilience and cope with stress. The education partnership was officially launched on 11 April 2022 and will be delivered to 20 schools across Australia. The program w...

10/04/2022

Discount pharmacy brand, Discount Drug Stores (DDS), is now offering Certified Rapid Antigen Tests (RAT) in-store, priced at $35.

The service is available via appointment for asymptomatic customers who require proof of a negative Covid-19 result for workplaces, aged care facilities or for travel purposes.

06/04/2022

If you haven't already received this in your inbox, click on the link below to view this bumper wrap up of APP2022:
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05/04/2022

A Bathurst community pharmacist, Alissa, from Blooms The Chemist Bathurst Armada, visited the Gold Coast for APP and drove away with a Mazda CX-30 G20 Touring SUV, including registration for a year, worth almost $39,187.

A Bathurst community pharmacist, Alissa, from Blooms The Chemist Bathurst Armada, visited the Gold Coast for APP and drove away with a Mazda CX-30 G20 Touring SUV, including registration for a year, worth almost $39,187. When Alissa received the winner’s call, she was surprised and in shock. “...

05/04/2022

The Australasian College of Pharmacy (the College) is hosting a webinar about the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) on Tuesday 5 April, as cases spread along the east and south coast of Australia.

According to the President of the College, Michelle Bou-Samra, the exact cause of JEV in Australia is unknown, however, experts believe it may have entered the country due to the recent flooding.

The Australasian College of Pharmacy (the College) is hosting a webinar about the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) on Tuesday 5 April, as cases spread along the east and south coast of Australia. According to the President of the College, Michelle Bou-Samra, the exact cause of JEV in Australia is u...

31/03/2022

Access to self-testing is one of the pillars of Australia’s HIV prevention strategy.

AIDS response organisations have described the availability of self-test devices as a critically important additional tool to help people know their HIV status.

Access to self-testing is one of the pillars of Australia’s HIV prevention strategy. AIDS response organisations have described the availability of self-test devices as a critically important additional tool to help people know their HIV status. A landmark decision by the TGA in late 2021 expanded...

30/03/2022

Retail Pharmacy magazine April issue is out now!

Our April issue is jam-packed with the latest health information, CPD, product updates, events, campaigns exclusive interviews and much more!
Our health features cover topics looking at the latest in pain management, eye care and antifungals. We speak with Paul Krassarius, Lyn Frangos, Nick Panayiaris and Georgina Twomey in our exclusive interviews, and feature John Cao from Mt Hawthorn Community Pharmacy in our Pharmacy Profile. Our regular BTI features discuss various pharmacy-related topics, including the importance of good documentation in compounding, the best time to buy a pharmacy, and how to keep and attract good employees to your store.

We look at latest trends and attention-grabbing topics related to the most popular OTC categories in our Health Series, and cover the latest ethical news, events, and campaigns that you don’t want to miss.
There’s so much covered in this month’s issue of Retail Pharmacy magazine, so make sure you take a moment to get stuck in. You don’t want to miss out!

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28/03/2022

An increasing number of Australians are reportedly suffering from feelings of loneliness in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, with many of us still suffering from the impacts of social isolation.

Sydney’s Chief Resilience Officer says the remedy to this may be closer than we think, with research showing a connection to local communities can help reduce feelings of isolation.

An increasing number of Australians are reportedly suffering from feelings of loneliness in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, with many of us still suffering from the impacts of social isolation. Sydney’s Chief Resilience Officer says the remedy to this may be closer than we think, with research ...

24/03/2022

Cooleman Court Pharmacy in the ACT has been named the 2022 Guild Pharmacy of the Year.

The Guild Pharmacy of the Year Award, conducted annually by the Pharmacy Guild of Australia

Cooleman Court Pharmacy in the ACT has been named the 2022 Guild Pharmacy of the Year. The Guild Pharmacy of the Year Award, conducted annually by the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, recognises pharmacies that are leading the way in providing innovative and optimal healthcare for members of their commu...

23/03/2022

It was all hands on deck from designers, production, sales and marketing from our QLD, NSW and VIC team to put together our goodie bags for the APP2022 conference here on the Gold Coast.

You don't want to miss this! We can't wait to see you all and say Hi. It's going to be a huge weekend. Welcome back to events.
Thank you to our contributors for these amazing products.

See you there at APP2022

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23/03/2022

TerryWhite Chemmart (TWC) has celebrated the opening of the 500th TWC Pharmacy in Matraville NSW.

The grand opening of the 500th TWC pharmacy was attended by pharmacy founders Terry and Rhonda White, Executive General Manager of TWC Nick Munroe, Chief Executive Officer of EBOS Group John Cullity, as well as several notable local identities including Federal MP Matt Thistlethwaite and the Mayor of Randwick Dylan Parker.

TerryWhite Chemmart (TWC) has celebrated the opening of the 500th TWC Pharmacy in Matraville NSW. The grand opening of the 500th TWC pharmacy was attended by pharmacy founders Terry and Rhonda White, Executive General Manager of TWC Nick Munroe, Chief Executive Officer of EBOS Group John Cullity, as...

21/03/2022

A novel new therapy has been found to reduce harmful plaque in arteries and change its composition so it is less likely to rupture and cause a heart attack, following a clinical trial led by the Victorian Heart Institute (VHI) at Monash University.

A novel new therapy has been found to reduce harmful plaque in arteries and change its composition so it is less likely to rupture and cause a heart attack, following a clinical trial led by the Victorian Heart Institute (VHI) at Monash University. Published in the Journal of the American College of...