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Australia’s only locally manufactured QIV now available for the 2017 influenza season
Afluria Quad™ (inactivated quadrivalent seasonal influenza vaccine (split virion)) (QIV), Australia’s only locally manufactured influenza vaccine, is now available for use in the private market. Afluria Quad™ – indicated for use in persons aged 18 years and over1 – is also listed on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for the 2017 influenza season.2 Afluria Quad™…
Read MoreThousands of Pharmacists Gather in Queensland for Annual Australian Pharmacy Professional Conference
Today marks the start of the annual Australian Pharmacy Professional Conference (APP 2017) where thousands for pharmacy and healthcare professionals are gathering to discuss the latest developments in the health industry. Top international speakers include Alistair Bursey, owner-pharmacist and Chair of the Board of Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPHA); and Graeme Blanchard, President of the…
Read MoreAnxiety levels rising among Aussie kids – March 8, 2017
Anxiety is rising dramatically among Australian children aged between eight and 10, according to new research performed by clinical psychologist, Dr Andrew Fuller, University of Melbourne, Melbourne. Dr Fuller’s ‘Resilient Mindset’ survey findings which canvassed the thoughts of 160,000 children nation-wide, revealed 27 per cent of children in Years three and four are experiencing anxiety.…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day urging the global community to #BeBoldForChange – March 8, 2017
International Women’s Day (March 8, 2017) has kicked off globally. Corporations, governments, charities and academic institutions are joining forces worldwide today in celebration of women, many under the umbrella theme #BeBoldForChange. UN Women are hosting an array of brekkie and lunch events nationwide today to fundraise for women globally. Prime Minister, The Hon. Malcolm Turnbull…
Read MoreAPP gearing up to announce Guild Pharmacy of the Year for 2017
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is gearing up for their national conference, set for March 9-12, 2017 on the Gold Coast. With more than 70 presentations from local and international speakers, the conference is the major highlight of the annual Australian pharmacy calendar. Federal Health Minister, The Hon. Greg Hunt MP will deliver the conference…
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