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Courtney Fry

A New Trial Will Allow NSW Pharmacies To Prescribe Some Medications Without Needing A GP Visit

A new trial in NSW will allow pharmacies to prescribe medications like antibiotics and hormonal contraceptives. It’s been labelled as a “gamechanger” for Australians living in rural areas by the regional health minister and aims to provide better access to healthcare, but multiple doctors’ groups aren’t stoked on the idea. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced the 12-month project on Sunday alongside a separate vaccine trial program that was rolled out on Monday. The prescription trial mimics a pilot program to be rolled out in North Queensland next year
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