In this podcast, advanced practice pharmacist Manya Angley discussed the federal government’s recent revelation that it plans to reverse previous funding proposals for the ‘Onsite Pharmacists in Aged Care Facilities’ program.

In what she says is a ‘sweetener’ to the community pharmacy sector, reeling after the announcing of 60-day dispensing, she says the government now plans to fund these pharmacists through the community sector.

“This does not meet the concerns flagged in the aged care royal commission and is not a role that aligns with what has proven to be effective in improving medication-related outcomes in resident safety in aged care,” she says.

“It’s devastating really.”

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Carlene McMaugh