Former PSNZ president David Buckle worked over many years to further the pharmacy profession, as well as being a loving family man. Natasha Jojoa Burling reports
New research suggests Kiwis’ confidence takes a hit when they get cold sores, causing them to avoid work and social situations. However, pharmacists can play a key role in getting them out of the house again by providing treatment and education.
IN A FAST-TRACKED process, Medsafe has approved 11 cold and flu medicines containing the decongestant pseudoephedrine, and the first of them may be available in June.
Thousands of people have signed a petition to try to prevent Pharmac from delisting a popular type of insulin pump, but an endocrinologist says the two proposed alternatives are also “very effective”. And the funding of continuous glucose monitors is expected to lead to more equitable treatment