Community pharmacists could be a game-changer for childhood immunization rates in New Zealand. The Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand (PSNZ) welcomes the government’s proposal to allow pharmacists to administer childhood vaccinations, potentially acting as a “bridge” back to general practice care. PSNZ president Rhiannon Braund emphasizes the timeliness of this
The Māori Pharmacists’ Association have a free phone line to help answer any questions whānau may have about their medicines. We would like to introduce to some of our members who will be replying to your questions. Our pharmacists have a wide range of experiences and are located across the
Having trouble keeping on top of all the new inhalers?? Which inhaler works better in which situation, and what’s the evidence?Come and listen to pharmacist Tess James (Ngāti Porou), MPA member, who will present “Which is which and when to use – a brief update and overview on new inhalers”. Currently
Kia Ora whānau, Applications are now open for scholarships for MPA members wishing to undertake post graduate study at The University of Otago. The two scholarships, which cover enrollment fees, are for the Post Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy (endorsed in Medicines Management). Previous recipients of these scholarships have been working
Kia Ora whanau MPA have the 3rd hui of the 4 part Gout health literacy series happening in Tauranga this coming Thursday 28th April.. please send the link far and wide and invite as many whanau to come along as possible. Will be held at Huria Marae this coming
The Pharmacy sector keeps getting disrupted – perhaps its time to take back the initiative and disrupt yourself first! Jay Samit writes a great book all about disruption. In today’s ever-changing and often-volatile business landscape, adaptability and creativity are more crucial than ever. Samit describes how specific
Kia Ora whanau MPA are pleased to announce 2 hui coming up in February. We have the second hui all about gout at Huria Marae this coming Wednesday 17th February starting 6pm. All whanau who have gout and who have whanau with gout are welcome to attend.
The Maori Pharmacists Association (MPA) are proud and excited to have 2 members on the Pharmacy Council. Leanne Te Karu, a founding member of MPA is currently serving her second term and Arthur Bauld is one of the new appointments to the Pharmacy Council for 2016. Arthur was
From an article by one of our members, Brendon McIntosh www.linkedin.com/pulse/poverty-medicines-health-care-brendon-mcintosh According to the OECD; 10.3% of New Zealand’s population is living in poverty. To these people, small charges for health care matter; and small indications of the awareness and empathy of health professionals about their situation
