NSW pharmacists may soon treat more minor health conditions

NSW pharmacists may soon treat more minor health conditions
The pharmacists will be empowered to treat middle-ear infections, minor wounds, nausea and vomiting and some gastro-oesophageal problems. (Image: Jed Bradley, NZME)
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By Sam McKeithPharmacists in New South Wales may soon treat more minor health conditions, including ear infections, nausea and minor wounds, as the state government grapples with a shortage of GPs.Health Minister Ryan Park said the expanded scope of practice for chemists could come into force by 2026 following an evaluation of a trial programme.The move is aimed at helping to deal with a shortage of GPs in NSW, part of a national problem forecast to record a shortfall of 1,900 family doctors across Australia by 2028.Under the flagged changes, N...

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