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
Political panelists to discuss future of rural health
Political panelists to discuss future of rural health

On Tuesday, 29 September from 7:30-8:30pm, spokespeople from the four biggest political parties will take part in a political panel webinar to promote their party’s plan and vision for rural health over the next 3-10 years.
Our Rural Health Manifesto calls for incoming Government to commit to policies that show that rural health and wellbeing counts.
With October’s election drawing closer, this webinar will help our members and rural stakeholders cast an informed vote based on Party commitments to rural health initiatives.
During the webinar, each panelist will have five minutes to express their vision for creating a better future for rural health, followed by a Q&A session.
To join in on the discussion, register for the webinar here.