April 2022

The Pasifika Medical Association is pleased with the “incredible response” to its appeal for medical and other supplies which were due to sail to Tonga in the last weekend of March.

Coffee and PlayStation help balance the many work stresses of Wellington pharmacist Michele Thompson

The latest report from the chief science advisor was requested by health professionals concerned about antimicrobial resistance

A survey conducted four years ago is set to be repeated, and researchers are expecting to see a much greater expansion of clinical services.

Researchers point to lower COVID-19 vaccination rates for those with mental health and addiction problems, but pharmacy has helped reduce the gap. Jonathan Chilton-Towle reports

Unichem UFS Pharmacy Napier was one of the last remaining pharmacies owned by a friendly society rather than a pharmacist, and earlier this year, it closed after nearly 130 years.

Signs are pointing to strong sales this year for cough and cold medications but sharply rising inflation could yet muddy the waters. Libby Woodhouse, senior account manager for IRI, discusses latest sales data

A sudden burst of retail activity in February slowed down throughout March, Jonathan Chilton-Towle writes

The first dried cannabis products to be verified by the Medicinal Cannabis Agency hit pharmacies earlier this year and has been hailed a “milestone” by medicinal cannabis health professionals.

Tina Hillier from Christchurch-based ENGAGE Pharmacy Group, reviews edibles to help digestion, improve skin and hair and even products to tempt foodie customers