Infectious Disease

Researchers in the United States have unveiled the structure of the “spike protein” of 2019-nCoV – the virus behind the current coronavirus disease outbreak

The coronavirus incident management team looks set to release specific advice to help pharmacists deal with any potential cases of infection

Edward Parker, a research fellow in systems biology at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine explains a mapping tool providing a timeline of the coronavirus

An Auckland Pharmacy owner close to the naval base were evacuees from China are currently being quarantined has seen face masks flying off the shelves. 

Q and A on the coronavirus for pharmacy staff, as the infection spreads worldwide

Mounting fears surrounding the coronavirus outbreak has caused a surge in demand for face masks, with many pharmacies and suppliers running out of stock. 

The measles epidemic’s rapid spread and staying power show the need for more creative approaches to filling gaps in immunity, immunisation expert Nikki Turner says

Pharmacists will be able to give measles, mumps and rubella vaccines from early December in areas at the centre of the measles outbreak, but those in other regions will wait longer

Pharmacists will be able to give measles, mumps and rubella vaccines from early December in areas at the centre of the measles outbreak, but those in other regions will wait longer

Fungi love warm, moist conditions, so body areas that are sweaty in summer provide perfect habitats for these microorganisms to thrive. Christchurch pharmacist Sarah Mooney overviews some common fungal infections seen in the pharmacy