For older people and frail people, the long-term benefit of medicines reduces and the potential for harm from adverse effects increases. When the benefit–risk balance changes in this way, medicine review and optimisation are important to simplify the therapeutic regimen, reduce inappropriate medicines and minimise risks. In this article, pharmacist prescriber Linda Bryant uses two case studies to illustrate important considerations during medicine reviews
What makes your summer sing Tod Wilson?
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What makes your summer sing Tod Wilson?
Thursday 28 December 2023, 10:00 AM

Tod Wilson recommends The Mandalorian (Disney+)
Good book: The Vinter’s Luck by Elizabeth Knox. I thought I’d try reading something different for a change – a very original and unexpected idea for a story.
Good programme: The Mandalorian (Disney+). I’m watching it for a second time. You’ll love the Baby Grogu character.
Good board game: I haven’t played one for years, but I would still pick Pictionary. Lots of fun, especially after a few glasses of wine.
Good swimming spot: Matauri Bay, Northland – water so crystal clear, it’s like swimming in champagne. Closer to home: Tindalls Bay, Whangaparāoa.
Good feed: Fantail & Turtle, Smales Farm, Takapuna. They make the best gnocchi I’ve had anywhere.